Tate Britain
This gallery houses the Tate collection of British art from 1500 through to contemporary art. A side wing collects together the gallery's collection of paintings by Turner, including some stunning seascapes. Temporary exhibitions are exceedingly varied: examples include exhibitions of Turner's paintings of Venice and the work of photographer Wolfgang Tillmans. The best known exhibition is the Turner Prize, consists of works by four artists shortlisted for the annual contemporary art prize, which runs from late October to January each year.
Why it is worth a visit
The national collection of British art from 1500, with the world's largest holding of Turner's works.
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Why visit
The national collection of British art from 1500, with the world's largest holding of Turner's works.
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