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V&A to stage first UK exhibition on fashion designer Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel in 2023

May 27, 2022 By Londontopia Staff Leave a Comment

The Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) will stage the first UK exhibition showcasing the work of French fashion designer Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel next year. It will chart the evolution of her design style and the establishment of the House of Chanel, from the opening of her first millinery boutique in Paris in 1910 to the showing of her final collection in 1971. Running … [Read more...] about V&A to stage first UK exhibition on fashion designer Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel in 2023

National Gallery to explore legacy of Saint Francis of Assisi in new exhibition

May 26, 2022 By Londontopia Staff Leave a Comment

An exhibition exploring the life and legacy of Saint Francis of Assisi will open at the National Gallery next spring. Saint Francis (1182–1226) was a revered religious figure who was canonized by Pope Gregory IX in the 13th century and made the designated patron saint of Italy along with Catherine of Siena. He was also made the patron saint of ecology in 1979 by Pope John … [Read more...] about National Gallery to explore legacy of Saint Francis of Assisi in new exhibition

National Gallery to bring together work from renowned artists for the first time in 2023

May 23, 2022 By Jonathan Leave a Comment

A new exhibition of more than 100 paintings and sculptures by masters including Pablo Picasso, Vincent Van Gogh, and Piet Mondrian will go on display at the National Gallery next year. The ground-breaking exhibit titled After Impressionism will bring together radical art of European cities from 1886 to 1914 for the first time. The display will begin with work from late … [Read more...] about National Gallery to bring together work from renowned artists for the first time in 2023

70ft living tree sculpture to stand outside Buckingham Palace for Jubilee

Apr 22, 2022 By Londontopia Staff Leave a Comment

A huge sculpture made up of 350 British native trees is to be erected outside Buckingham Palace to mark the Queen’s historic Platinum Jubilee. An artist’s impression shows how the 70ft structure, made up of small trees in aluminum pots “sprouting” from timber-plank branches, will tower over the palace gates during the four-day bank holiday weekend in June. It will form a … [Read more...] about 70ft living tree sculpture to stand outside Buckingham Palace for Jubilee

Turner Prize shortlist features Trafalgar Square Fourth Plinth whipped cream sculpture

Apr 14, 2022 By Londontopia Staff Leave a Comment

The artist who installed the “transformative” Fourth Plinth sculpture in London’s Trafalgar Square has been shortlisted for this year’s Turner Prize. Heather Phillipson’s The End features a whirl of whipped cream topped with a cherry, a drone, and a fly. The British artist, 43, was also nominated for her solo immersive exhibition at Tate Britain titled Rupture No 1: … [Read more...] about Turner Prize shortlist features Trafalgar Square Fourth Plinth whipped cream sculpture

Canaletto’s Venice Revisited – Review of Latest Exhibition at the National Maritime Museum

Mar 31, 2022 By Laura Porter 2 Comments

Canaletto's Venice Revisited is at the National Maritime Museum from 1 April 2022. It explores some of the most iconic 'view paintings' of Venice and how the tourism that helped establish Canaletto's career, today threatens his city's future. The exhibition combines paintings from Woburn Abbey with objects from the Royal Museums Greenwich's collections. Look … [Read more...] about Canaletto’s Venice Revisited – Review of Latest Exhibition at the National Maritime Museum

Tate Modern Announces Next Turbine Hall Installation Artist – Cecilia Vicuña

Mar 30, 2022 By Jonathan Leave a Comment

Tate Modern has announced the next artist that will take over the massive Turbine Hall exhibition later this year and its Chilean artist Cecilia Vicuña. From the Press Release from the Tate: Tate Modern and Hyundai Motor today announce that Chilean artist and poet Cecilia Vicuña will create the next annual Hyundai Commission. Vicuña (b.1948) is perhaps best known for her … [Read more...] about Tate Modern Announces Next Turbine Hall Installation Artist – Cecilia Vicuña

Exhibition inspired by vandalized paintings opens at National Gallery

Mar 16, 2022 By Jonathan Leave a Comment

An exhibition inspired by paintings that were vandalized while on display has opened at the National Gallery. The new work by the gallery’s 2021 artist in residence Ali Cherri is called: If you prick us, do we not bleed? The exhibition looks at how histories of trauma can be explored through a response to museum and gallery collections. During research into the … [Read more...] about Exhibition inspired by vandalized paintings opens at National Gallery

Exhibition Report: The World of Stonehenge Exhibition at British Museum

Mar 10, 2022 By Laura Porter Leave a Comment

Stonehenge © English Heritage

When a major London exhibition gets repeated five-star reviews and is described as 'magnificent,' 'astonishing' and 'unmissable,' you know it's one you have to see. The World of Stonehenge opened at the British Museum on 17 February 2022. I've seen some reviewers describe it as one of those exhibitions you will remember for the rest of your life. With such high praise, I had to … [Read more...] about Exhibition Report: The World of Stonehenge Exhibition at British Museum

Vincent van Gogh self-portraits reunited for landmark exhibition at The Courtauld Gallery

Feb 1, 2022 By Jonathan Leave a Comment

A collection of self-portraits by Vincent van Gogh showcasing the Dutch artist’s career is going on display in London. It is the first time the “full span” of Van Gogh’s self-representation has been explored in an exhibition, with 16 self-portraits being unveiled at The Courtauld Gallery on Thursday. Works on show will trace the evolution of his style from the early … [Read more...] about Vincent van Gogh self-portraits reunited for landmark exhibition at The Courtauld Gallery

Life Between Islands: Caribbean-British Art 50s to Now – Latest Exhibition at Tate Britain

Dec 14, 2021 By Laura Porter Leave a Comment

This Tate Britain exhibition explores Caribbean-British art over four generations. There is an open admittance that, like much of the mainstream British art world, Tate was late to recognize many of the artists included. But that is being rectified now with this celebration of this cross-cultural genre of art. Over Forty Artists This is the first time a major national … [Read more...] about Life Between Islands: Caribbean-British Art 50s to Now – Latest Exhibition at Tate Britain

The Courtauld Gallery Reopening after 3 year closure for renovations – Here’s a look at what’s changed

Nov 17, 2021 By Laura Porter Leave a Comment

The Courtauld Gallery at Somerset House has been closed since 2018 for the largest transformation project of its history. It reopens on Friday, Nov 19, 2021, allowing us to enjoy not only the magnificent Impressionist and Post Impressionist collection but so much more with the extra gallery space. The Courtauld is home to one of the greatest collections of art in the UK, … [Read more...] about The Courtauld Gallery Reopening after 3 year closure for renovations – Here’s a look at what’s changed

New sculptures of Queen and Philip to complete Royal Albert Hall for 150th Anniversary

Nov 16, 2021 By Londontopia Staff Leave a Comment

The Royal Albert Hall has commissioned two new life-size sculptures of the Queen and the late Duke of Edinburgh to mark its 150th anniversary. The bronze figures – along with two new statues of the Queen Victoria and Prince Albert – will be permanent additions to the historic London venue and will be unveiled next summer. The artworks of the Queen and Philip, depicting … [Read more...] about New sculptures of Queen and Philip to complete Royal Albert Hall for 150th Anniversary

Hogarth and Europe – New Exhibition at Tate Britain

Nov 4, 2021 By Laura Porter Leave a Comment

Understanding the time a famous figure worked in can help us to know them better. The latest exhibition at Tate Britain showcases works by the eighteenth-century English artist William Hogarth (1697–1764) alongside works by his continental contemporaries. Hogarth and Europe explores the parallels and exchanges that crossed borders and the cosmopolitan character of Hogarth's … [Read more...] about Hogarth and Europe – New Exhibition at Tate Britain

Exhibition Report: Late Constable at the Royal Academy

Oct 27, 2021 By Laura Porter 2 Comments

The Royal Academy of Arts's latest exhibition presents the first survey of the late work of John Constable (1776–1837). Late Constable opens on 30 October 2021, exploring the last twelve years of the artist's career, from 1825 until his unexpected death in 1837. The exhibition brings together over 50 works, including paintings and oil sketches as well as watercolors, … [Read more...] about Exhibition Report: Late Constable at the Royal Academy

Sculpture in The City – Outdoor Artworks in The City of London

Aug 13, 2021 By Laura Porter Leave a Comment

Sculpture in The City is an annual free open-air art exhibition. It takes place across the City of London – that's the old part of town; the financial district. Amongst the iconic architecture of skyscrapers, historic and landmark buildings, there are 19 contemporary public artworks on display by internationally acclaimed and emerging artists. Tenth Anniversary Sculpture in … [Read more...] about Sculpture in The City – Outdoor Artworks in The City of London

Temporary Man-made mountain art installation at Marble Arch to offer sweeping views of London

Jun 21, 2021 By Jonathan Leave a Comment

Tickets for a 25-meter man-made mountain in the middle of one of London’s busiest tourist areas have gone on sale. The Marble Arch Mound, created by Westminster City Council, will open up to members of the public from July 26 until January 2022. Visitors will be able to see sweeping views of the capital’s Oxford Street, Hyde Park, Mayfair, and Marylebone as part of a … [Read more...] about Temporary Man-made mountain art installation at Marble Arch to offer sweeping views of London

Tudors to Windsors: British Royal Portraits – New Major Exhibition at The National Maritime Museum

May 28, 2021 By Laura Porter Leave a Comment

This royal portraits exhibition at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich looks at the kings and queens who have shaped British history for over 500 years. There are many loans from the National Portrait Gallery, which has been made possible while that gallery is closed for redevelopment until spring 2023. For me, this was a real delight, and not only because it was my … [Read more...] about Tudors to Windsors: British Royal Portraits – New Major Exhibition at The National Maritime Museum

Laura’s London: Exploring Copped Hall – A Stunning Abandoned Stately Home in Epping Forest

May 12, 2021 By Laura Porter Leave a Comment

During lockdown, I've been enjoying getting to know Epping Forest. It's truly vast and stretches across northeast London and out into the Essex countryside. A friend gave me a tip to find a disused stately home that had been left empty but was now being renovated. Copped Hall is near to Epping in Essex. It is an 18th-century mansion situated on high ground at the end of a … [Read more...] about Laura’s London: Exploring Copped Hall – A Stunning Abandoned Stately Home in Epping Forest

New video artwork by acclaimed artist David Hockney displayed in central London

May 7, 2021 By Londontopia Staff Leave a Comment

A new video artwork by David Hockney has premiered in central London. The artist’s work, titled Remember You Cannot Look At The Sun Or Death For Very Long, appeared on the Piccadilly Lights screen in Piccadilly Circus. It is also being shown on screens in New York, Los Angeles, Seoul, and Tokyo. (Ian West/PA) The video shows an animated sunrise and was created … [Read more...] about New video artwork by acclaimed artist David Hockney displayed in central London

The Tate Britain Gets a Colorful Winter Makeover With Annual Art Installation

Nov 19, 2020 By Jonathan Leave a Comment

The last few years the Tate Britain has commissioned a colorful light-based art project to adorn the front of the building. The results have been both controversial and beautiful. This year, a year where most of us can't even see it in person, Tate has unveiled the latest Winter Commission, which takes inspiration from Bollywood and many other sources. It's beautiful when … [Read more...] about The Tate Britain Gets a Colorful Winter Makeover With Annual Art Installation

London History: A Special Look at Cleopatra’s Needle on the Victoria Embankment

Oct 27, 2020 By Laura Porter 3 Comments

Did you know, London has an ancient Egyptian obelisk on display? It's not in a museum or a private collection. It's actually alongside the River Thames in central London so you may have seen it and not realised its significance. Cleopatra's Needle on the Victoria Embankment, near the Golden Jubilee Bridges, has a twin in New York's Central Park. (And those two have a … [Read more...] about London History: A Special Look at Cleopatra’s Needle on the Victoria Embankment

Another London Mapping Wonder: Taking a Close Look at MacDonald Gill’s 1914 London Wonderground Map

Jun 11, 2020 By Laura Porter Leave a Comment

Do you remember the days when we stood waiting for a train before we had mobile phones to distract us? Some read the paper and some simply stared into space daydreaming and avoiding eye contact with any strangers. Back in the early twentieth century, Frank Pick from the London Underground had the idea to commission a detailed illustrative map for passengers on platforms to … [Read more...] about Another London Mapping Wonder: Taking a Close Look at MacDonald Gill’s 1914 London Wonderground Map

STRAWBERRY HILL HOUSE: London’s Gothic Revival Masterpiece

May 7, 2020 By Laura Porter

Created by Horace Walpole as his summer retreat riverside villa, Strawberry Hill House is Britain’s finest example of Georgian Gothic Revival architecture. After a £10 million repair and restoration programme, twenty rooms now appear as Walpole left them when he died at the end of the eighteenth century. Throughout his 50 years at Strawberry Hill, between 1747 and 1797, Horace … [Read more...] about STRAWBERRY HILL HOUSE: London’s Gothic Revival Masterpiece

THE ALBERT MEMORIAL: A Close-up Look at Victoria’s Tribute to Her Prince

Apr 9, 2020 By Laura Porter

When Queen Victoria's husband died unexpectedly, it was not just the monarch that mourned as the nation too was consumed with grief along with a certain amount of guilt at not having appreciated Prince Albert and everything he had done. A grand and complex memorial was built to place Albert in the centre of arts and sciences of the 1860s. PRINCE ALBERT Prince Albert of … [Read more...] about THE ALBERT MEMORIAL: A Close-up Look at Victoria’s Tribute to Her Prince

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