Folk Art Exhibition
Wed. April 2, 2014
The first major survey of British Folk Art opens at Tate Britain in June 2014. Over 100 paintings, sculptures, textiles and objects have been drawn together from collections across the country in an exhibition that will celebrate folk art in the UK.Folk Art is an established subject in many countries; however in Britain the genre remains elusive. Rarely considered in the context of art history, ‘Folk art’ has been viewed as part of social history or folklore studies. This show unites an extraordinary selection of objects, exploring the threshold between art and artefact and challenging perceptions of ’high art’. The exhibition is a must for collectors and admirers of Folk Art and opens at Tate Britain on 10 June – 31 August. Tickets can now be booked on line….just off to book ours!