Winter is drawing in, so what better time to immerse yourselves in a great exhibition. Thankfully, our team of specialists across the board have compiled their list of must-see events throughout the country. With picks covering contemporary art, cinematic icons, fabulous jewellery and exciting new creatives, there really is something for everyone.
Wes Anderson: The Archives
The Design Museum, London
From 21st November until 26th July 2026
“This exhibition at The Design Museum is an exciting opportunity to have an insight into the mind of one of the most innovative and unique film directors working today”
William Nicholson
Pallant House Gallery, Chichester
From 22nd November until 10th May 2026
“This will be the first major exhibition of William Nicholson’s work since 2005. Nicholson’s work influenced not only British art but illustration and design.”
Hawai’i: a Kingdom Crossing Oceans
British Museum, London
From 15th January until 25th May 2026
“This winter I’m looking forward to visiting Hawai’i: a Kingdom Crossing Oceans at the British Museum. There aren’t a lot of opportunities to learn about Hawaii’s material culture on this side of the pond, so it’s not to be missed.”
Marie Antoinette Style
Victoria & Albert Museum, London
Running until 22nd March 2026
“I also really enjoyed viewing the Marie Antoinette Style exhibition at the V&A this autumn, which will be on through 22 March. Despite the exhibition’s name, the breadth of materials on display is far wider than fashion, showing that there is much more to Marie Antoinette than “let them eat cake!”
Daphne Wright: Deep-Rooted Things
Ashmolean Museum, Oxford
Running until 8th February 2026
“The fourth instalment in the Ashmolean NOW exhibition series, where contemporary artists are invited to create works inspired by the museum’s historical collections. Daphne Wright presents a series of sculptures that have been curated by Ashmolean director, Xa Sturgis. Two key Ashmolean pieces that speak directly to Wright’s work are included in the exhibition: the fragments of a young Hercules defeating the Nemean Lion in plaster and Rachel Ruysch’s intricate painting, ‘A Forest Floor’ Still Life of Flowers.”
Images of Authority: Portraits Between Iran and Europe
Ashmolean Museum, Oxford
Running until 15th March 2026
“Another exhibition to take place at the Ashmoleon explores the portraiture of three contemporaneous rulers, Fath Ali Shah Qajar (1797-1834), King George III (1760-1820) and Napoleon Bonaparte (1799-1814).”
Emily Kam Kngwarray: Aboriginal Art
Tate Modern, London
Running until 11 January 2026
“I’ve seen these wonderful paintings in Melbourne, this is the first time they have been shown in Europe”
Eric Ravilious
The Towner Art Gallery, Eastbourne
Permanent Collection
“I’ve always loved Eric Ravilious and now there is a permanent collection of his wonderful watercolours in his hometown of Eastbourne. They are a revelation.”
Caravaggio’s Cupid
Wallace Collection, London
From 26 November 2025 until 12 April 2026
“Don’t miss the chance to see Caravaggio’s masterpiece on loan for the first time in Britain from the Gemäldegalerie in Berlin.”
Surrealist Jewels 101. Surrealist Masters
Independent Designers
Louisa Guinness Gallery
From 26th September until 7th November
“This exhibition marks the 101st anniversary of the Surrealist movement and will explore this wonderful design movement through both contemporary and modern jewellers. Featuring rarely seen works by the likes of Salvador Dalí, Claude Lalanne, Max Ernst, Man Ray, Niki dd Saint Phalle and Arman.”
KNOX: Order & Beauty
National Art Gallery at the Manx Museum
Running until 1st March
“I’d love to head over to the Isle of Mann to catch world’s largest exhibition of works by Archibald Knox. Featuring over 200 items of silver, pewter, jewellery, manuscripts and drawings, many of which have never been exhibited before.”
British Museum’s Tudor Heart Appeal
“Although not strictly an exhibition, I’ll be following closely the British Museum’s Tudor Heart appeal, a national fundraising campaign launched in October 2025 to raise £3.5 million by April 2026 to acquire the 24 carat gold Henry VIII pendant for the nation. I’ll head straight to the British Museum to view the pendant as soon as possible whilst it’s on display during the campaign.”
Drawing the Italian Renaissance
The King’s Gallery, Palace of Holyrood House, Edinburgh
Running until 1st March 2026
“The Renaissance period saw a new found appreciation for creativity. Drawing in this era evolved from an essential tool of workshop practice to a revolutionary art form. Featuring work by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Titian from the Royal Collection this is a must see for all art lovers”
Kerry James Marshall: The Histories
Royal Academy, London
Running until 18th January
“My pick of the Winter exhibitions has to be the very gifted painter, Kerry James Marshall at the Royal Academy. I’m drawn to this exhibition for Kerry James Marshall’s masterful technique and his reworking of Western art historical traditions. His large-scale, symbol-rich paintings powerfully center Black narratives, offering both critical reflection and visionary storytelling through paint.”
Liz worked in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter for one of the UK’s leading regional jewellery auction houses whilst completing her FGA and DGA qualifications from the Gem-A, achieving top marks in each.
David Dallas joined Christie’s in 1969, where he was the youngest person in a Technical Department (Old Masters). He subsequently became deputy head of the Picture Department at Phillips Son and Neale and ended his auctioneering career as International Director (Global Head) of Old Masters at Bonham’s in January 2015.
Jonathan started his career in the art world at the legendary London picture dealer Thomas Agnew and then to Christie’s in King Street as Director, Auctioneer and Head of Modern British pictures where in recognition of his wide knowledge base Jonathan was also appointed head of British and Irish Art, International Director of the 19th European picture department and Deputy Chairman.
Originally from San Francisco, California, Ashley Innes (née Crawford) is an experienced Asian art valuer and provenance researcher. Her specialties include ceramics, Buddhist antiques, Indian miniature paintings, Southeast Asian art, and musical instruments.
Fiona moved south from the Highlands of Scotland in 1996 to study for the Christie’s Postgraduate Diploma in Decorative Arts at Glasgow University. A move to Edinburgh followed where she was delighted to be offered a position within the Silver and Jewellery department of Bonhams Edinburgh, where she remained for 23 years.
Stephanie has worked in the fine art and antiques industry for over 20 years. She is the former Department Director of Collectors sales at Bonhams Auctioneers. Stephanie was additionally the Head of Bonhams Entertainment Memorabilia department and is a recognised expert in Popular Culture.