1932 was a prolific year for one of the most prolific artists of all time. Astonishingly, almost all the works on display in this simply yet effectively curated exhibition come from that one year. Many of the works seems familiar, thanks to PP’s overexposure, but standing in front of the real thing is still an… Read More
Tag: modern art
A bit of a higgledy-piggledy collection this one, and stretching the conventional definition of the medium. Some interesting paintings in and among some frankly random selections. Glad I saw it; probably won’t trouble it again unless I really want to look at a Hodgkin, a Nash, a Heron, a Frederick Lewis or of course the… Read More
It’s my own fault for leaving it so late. I’m not a big fan of Gauguin, but thought I should check out this blockbuster before it closes on Sunday. Far far far too busy to see much. Couldn’t take it after five minutes and just walked through. Shame, because from what I did see, it… Read More
Four artists on this year’s shortlist: Dexter Dalwood paints expressive luminous pieces full of hidden characters. White Flag was my favourite. Angela de la Cruz’s objets trouvés sculptures are a little harder to love, but still engaging. My favourite was “Untitled” (two large black “boxes” joined together). Susan Philipsz’ sound installation required more time than… Read More