Ithell Colquhoun at the Tate: A Feminist Take on Surrealism

Edward Burra – Ithell Colquhoun
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Ithell Colquhoun, Alcove, 1946, Private Collection

This landmark exhibition of over 140 artworks and archival materials traces Colquhoun’s evolution, from her early student work and engagement with the surrealist movement, to her fascination with the intertwining realms of art, sexual identity, ecology and occultism. It culminates in a room dedicated to Colquhoun’s interpretation of the Taro deck – her most accomplished fusion of her artistic and magical practice.

Ithell Colquhoun runs in parallel with an exhibition of works by Edward Burra, offering visitors the chance to see two influential British artists with one ticket.

Event Information
Start Date: June 13, 2025
End Date: October 19, 2025
City: London
Venue: Tate Britain

Edward Burra – Ithell Colquhoun