Pallant House Gallery explores British landscape through war and social change
Pallant House Gallery in Chichester, England, presents an exhibition examining how war and social upheaval transformed the British landscape tradition. Titled 'The Soul of Britain,' the show features works from the 18th century to the present, including pieces by J.M.W. Turner, John Constable, Paul Nash, and contemporary artists like Tacita Dean. The exhibition challenges the notion of the picturesque by highlighting landscapes shaped by conflict, industrialization, and urbanization. Key works include Nash's war-torn fields and Dean's meditative film installations. The show runs from March 15 to June 22, 2025, and includes loans from the Tate, the British Museum, and private collections.
Key facts
- Exhibition at Pallant House Gallery, Chichester
- Title: 'The Soul of Britain'
- Runs March 15 to June 22, 2025
- Features works from 18th century to present
- Includes J.M.W. Turner, John Constable, Paul Nash, Tacita Dean
- Examines impact of war and social upheaval on landscape art
- Loans from Tate, British Museum, private collections
- Challenges traditional picturesque ideals
Entities
Artists
Institutions
- Pallant House Gallery
- Tate
- British Museum
Locations
- Chichester
- England