Whistler, Hockney, and Delcy Morelos Lead London Art Season

A significant retrospective of James McNeill Whistler will be held at Tate Britain from 21 May to 27 September, showcasing his renowned piece, Mother. This exhibition emphasizes his influence on Victorian Britain and the avant-garde movements from Paris and Japan. At the Barbican Centre, Delcy Morelos will display her sculptures until 31 July. The Walker Art Gallery's 'Gender Stories' (16 May–31 August) examines gender through works by David Hockney, Grayson Perry, and Rene Matić. Henry Moore's sculptures will be on view at Kew Gardens until 31 January 2027. Raven Row will feature 'Nomenclature for the Time Being' from 21 May to 6 September. Additionally, Zineb Sedira's film installation premiered at Tate Britain, and a looted portrait was discovered in a Dutch SS leader's family residence, while several Venice Biennale pavilions protested Israel's participation.