Ithell Colquhoun, primarily recognized as an occultist after her death, is now being acknowledged as a prominent artist in British Surrealism through the exhibition "Between Worlds". This exhibit at Tate St Ives highlights the interconnectedness of her artistic and esoteric practices, featuring over 170 works that span her five-decade career. Acquired by Tate in 2019, her extensive archive sheds light on her creative processes, revealing innovative techniques like fumage. The exhibition marks a crucial recognition of her impact on Surrealism, including her nuanced rejection of its dogmas and the networks she maintained between Cornwall and London.
Between Worlds represents the largest exhibition of Ithell Colquhoun's work to date, reviving her recognition as a major British Surrealist artist.
The exhibition reveals the dualities in Colquhoun's life, showcasing her as both an occultist and a significant figure in the British Surrealist movement.
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