‘Angel with a Gun: Homage to Guy Brett’ presents rarely seen works from the private collection of legendary and pioneering British critic, curator and writer Guy Brett (1942-2021). A distinctive voice in art criticism since the 1960s, Brett followed an independent path, mapping and interpreting contemporary art. Through his collection, we encounter Brett’s constant curiosity and insight accompanied by complete disinterest in a market-led view. Focusing on Brett’s discovery of, and passion for Latin American art, this exhibition showcases the work of 12 artists from Brazil, Chile and Venezuela whom he invited to Europe for the first time. Their future...
‘Angel with a Gun: Homage to Guy Brett’ presents rarely seen works from the private collection of legendary and pioneering British critic, curator and writer Guy Brett (1942-2021).
A distinctive voice in art criticism since the 1960s, Brett followed an independent path, mapping and interpreting contemporary art. Through his collection, we encounter Brett’s constant curiosity and insight accompanied by complete disinterest in a market-led view.
Focusing on Brett’s discovery of, and passion for Latin American art, this exhibition showcases the work of 12 artists from Brazil, Chile and Venezuela whom he invited to Europe for the first time. Their future international reputations are owed in part to Brett’s rigorous lifelong advocacy.
During 'Angel with a Gun: Homage to Guy Brett', art historian Yve-Alain Bois will join curator Mark Godfrey in a Zoom conversation about Guy Brett's enduring legacy. The discussion will be recorded and available to watch online.
