The Tate's Turner 250 festival marks the 250th anniversary of J.M.W. Turner's birth with over 30 exhibitions and events that reassess his artistic legacy. The festival includes significant exhibitions like 'Turner and Constable' at Tate Britain and the largest exhibition of oil paintings ever loaned by the Tate in Shanghai. Rare aspects of Turner’s work, such as his depictions of animals, are featured to showcase his diverse interests. Furthermore, exhibitions address contemporary issues like climate change, suggesting that Turner's artistry continues to inspire and engage with modern challenges.
The Tate's Turner 250 festival celebrates this influential British artist's legacy through over 30 projects, exploring his work's relevance and impact on contemporary issues like climate change.
Turner's Kingdom: Beauty, Birds and Beasts at Turner's House highlights rarely discussed aspects of his work, showcasing his fascination with animals and their significance within his broader artistic narrative.
The exhibition 'Turner: Always Contemporary' at Walker Art Gallery juxtaposes Turner's paintings with contemporary works, prompting discussions about the artist's foresight on environmental issues and their relevance today.
Turner remains a powerful influence in the art world, demonstrated through the overwhelming success of international exhibitions, such as 'Dialogues with Turner' in Shanghai, attracting significant visitor numbers.
Collection
[
|
...
]