Exhibition 'Artist as Witness' in Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum
Artist as Witness: The Impact of War
25 October 2025 – 8 March 2026
This thought-provoking exhibition explores the importance of the artist as eyewitness, providing insights not only into warfare but also the impact of war on those involved and the communities affected. It includes artwork from the First and Second World War, as well as recent work by award-winning artist George Butler of the war in Ukraine.
This groundbreaking exhibition is co-curated by Dr. Gill Clarke MBE and the Russell-Cotes, and is accompanied by a catalogue, available to buy in the Russell-Cotes Shop. It showcases a rich collection of artworks from the museum’s permanent holdings, alongside significant loans from private and regional collections.
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Artist as Witness: The Impact of War is included in standard admission to the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, and is free for Friends members.
