London’s iconic art duo Gilbert & George will captivate art lovers at Hayward Gallery from October 7, 2025, to January 11, 2026, with an expansive exhibition titled 21st Century Pictures. The show brings together their bold, large-scale works from the past 25 years.
Art for All
Known for their “Art for All” motto, Gilbert & George place the everyday—and often taboo—aspects of society at the heart of their work. The exhibition tackles themes like hope, fear, sex, religion, corruption, and death through a direct, often provocative visual language.
Highlighted Series
- NEW HORNY PICTURES (2001) – direct representations of desire and the body
- THE LONDON PICTURES (2011) – stories etched into the city’s surface
- THE BEARD PICTURES (2016) – identity, individuality, and cultural codes
- THE CORPSING PICTURES (2022) – death, fragility, and the boundaries of existence
These series showcase the duo’s fearless visual storytelling and their commitment to capturing the spirit of the times.
A Panorama of an Era
21st Century Pictures reflects not only the artists’ body of work but also the social and cultural atmosphere of the 21st century. Hailed by publications like The Guardian and The Telegraph as one of “autumn’s must-see exhibitions,” this show offers a provocative and thought-provoking experience.
Details
Dates: October 7, 2025 – January 11, 2026
Venue: Hayward Gallery, Southbank Centre, London
The works’ bold language and striking visuals may challenge viewers, but Gilbert & George’s art is renowned for questioning these very boundaries.
