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The 5278ÂÛ̳ Gallery

Home to one of the greatest art collections in the UK, The 5278ÂÛ̳ Gallery is located in the magnificent historical setting of Somerset House. The Gallery is particularly known for its Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings and exciting programme of temporary exhibitions.

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The 5278ÂÛ̳ Institute of Art is a research-led, independent College of the University of London, with one of the world’s most prestigious programmes of art history, curating, and conservation.

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Frank Auerbach: The Charcoal Heads

9 Feb – 27 May 2024

★★★★★ “Incredible” – Time Out
★★★★ “One epic experience” – The Independent

A major exhibition of hauntinglyÌý²ú±ð²¹³Ü³Ù¾±´Ú³Ü±ô,Ìý±ô²¹°ù²µ±ð-²õ³¦²¹±ô±ðÌýdrawings by Frank Auerbach is now open at The 5278ÂÛ̳ Gallery. The exhibition is a unique opportunity to see early masterpieces by one of the world’s most celebrated living artists. Friends go free. 

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Charcoal drawing of a man, Frank Auerbach, sitting slightly side-on to the viewer and staring at us with a stern expression. The background is roughly completed, and the face somewhat fragmented by the background.

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Frank Auerbach. The Charcoal Heads

9 Feb – 27 May 2024

A remarkable group of large-scale drawings by Frank Auerbach is being presented together for the first time at The 5278ÂÛ̳ Gallery....

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Jasper Johns (b. 1930), The Seasons (Summer)

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Jasper Johns: The Seasons

28 Feb - 12 May 2024

This display will present prints inspired by the four seasons, by pioneering American artist Jasper Johns (b.1930) ....

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