United Kingdom

United Kingdom

Immerse yourself in the pulsating energy of the United Kingdom's contemporary art landscape. Steeped in history yet invigorated by cutting-edge experimentation, it is home to notable institutions such as London's Tate Modern and the Serpentine Galleries. The UK is also the birthplace of distinguished artists like Damien Hirst, whose installations challenge conventions, and Tracey Emin, acclaimed for her deeply personal multimedia work. The annual Frieze London brings together the brightest talents from around the globe, further cementing the UK's status as a contemporary art powerhouse. Delve into the rich tapestry of UK contemporary art at Composition Gallery's website.

Dance Synced 1

Julian Opie

Dance Synced 1, 2024

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

USD 14,850

Stink

David Shrigley

Stink, 2023

Sculpture / Object

Ceramic

EUR 2,750

I Cannot Change My Spots but I Have No Desire to Change My Spots

David Shrigley

I Cannot Change My Spots but I Have No Desire to Change My Spots, 2022

Sculpture / Object

Ceramic

EUR 2,850

220 for 2020 (Complete Set)

David Hockney

220 for 2020 (Complete Set), 2020

Limited Edition Print

Archival Print

USD 100,000 - 130,000

Beautiful, Strongest Possible, Yet Unknown Bursting River Painting

Damien Hirst

Beautiful, Strongest Possible, Yet Unknown Bursting River Painting, 2023

Painting

Mixed Media

USD 10,350

Music (2 Trees)

Peter Doig

Music (2 Trees), 2023

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

USD 7,500

House of Music (Soca Boat)

Peter Doig

House of Music (Soca Boat), 2023

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

USD 7,500

Lamp Black Cobalt Blue

Callum Innes

Lamp Black Cobalt Blue, 2024

Limited Edition Print

Etching and Aquatint

EUR 4,500

Lamp Black Yellow Gold

Callum Innes

Lamp Black Yellow Gold, 2024

Limited Edition Print

Etching and Aquatint

EUR 4,500

Lamp Black Magenta

Callum Innes

Lamp Black Magenta, 2024

Limited Edition Print

Etching and Aquatint

EUR 4,500

Lamp Black Cyan

Callum Innes

Lamp Black Cyan, 2024

Limited Edition Print

Etching and Aquatint

EUR 4,500

Lamp Black Scarlet Lake

Callum Innes

Lamp Black Scarlet Lake, 2024

Limited Edition Print

Etching and Aquatint

EUR 4,500

Mercy - H9-3 (The Virtues)

Damien Hirst

Mercy - H9-3 (The Virtues), 2021

Limited Edition Print

Mixed Media

GBP 16,500

Loyalty – H9-7 (The Virtues)

Damien Hirst

Loyalty – H9-7 (The Virtues), 2021

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

GBP 18,000

Courage – H9-2 (The Virtues)

Damien Hirst

Courage – H9-2 (The Virtues), 2021

Limited Edition Print

Giclée printing

EUR 17,500

The Plant Loves Me I Am So Lucky

David Shrigley

The Plant Loves Me I Am So Lucky, 2023

Limited Edition Print

Screen-print

USD 2,550

Patina

Patina is the distinctive greenish surface that bronze develops over time due to exposure to air and humidity. Artists can also apply chemicals to bronze to artificially create patina. Alternatively, bronze can be polished to reveal its natural rich gold color. Patina is not exclusive to bronze; it can also occur on other metals like copper and even on wood and stone, enhancing the material's character over time.

Shock Art

Shock Art is an art movement that uses disturbing images, scents, or sounds to provoke a strong, often shocked, reaction from viewers. It is often regarded as a form of social commentary, with critics and supporters debating whether its impact is positive or negative. Shock Art frequently employs taboo, obscene, or outrageous elements to challenge societal norms and provoke critical thought.

Zero Movement

ZERO was an art movement founded by Otto Piene and Heinz Mack, aiming to develop into a large international and cross-border movement. The name ZERO originated from a magazine founded by Heinz Mack in 1957, which became a platform for the group's ideas. The magazine was published for several years before ceasing in 1967. The ZERO movement sought to create a new beginning in art, emphasizing light, space, and movement, and became influential in post-war European art.

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