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Thursday, May 11, 2023
08:04 pm CET
By Ronny Waburek
Thursday, May 11, 2023, 08:04 pm CET
By Ronny Waburek

 

 

 

 

Gagosian Gallery

London's Britannia Street Exit

Gagosian Gallery

London's Britannia Street Exit

Farewell to a iconic London galleries after a remarkable 19-year run

Farewell to a iconic London galleries after a remarkable 19-year run

Farewell to a iconic London galleries after a remarkable 19-year run

 

Gagosian, the powerhouse of the art world, is bidding farewell to one of its iconic London galleries after a remarkable 19-year run. The curtains will close on the Britannia Street location, a renowned art hub near King's Cross, this summer. The decision to shutter the gallery has left art enthusiasts speculating, as the specific reasons remain undisclosed.

However, it aligns with a larger trend of blue-chip galleries reassessing their presence in London following the uncertainties surrounding Brexit. Gagosian, known for its ambitious expansion plans, will continue to ignite the art scene with its two remaining London galleries on Grosvenor Hill and Davies Street. Undeterred by this closure, Gagosian continues to make waves in the art world by unveiling plans to open new spaces in Paris, Athens, and Gstaad, Switzerland. The gallery's ever-growing roster, which now includes acclaimed artists like Nan Goldin, Cy Gavin, and Jadé Fadojutimi, attests to its unwavering commitment to artistic excellence. As the final chapter unfolds at the Britannia Street gallery, art enthusiasts eagerly await the next chapter of Gagosian's captivating journey.