Top preferred art dealers in Britain, selected by leading designers, architects, and creative intellectuals
In the world of art, Britain stands out as a hub for creativity and connoisseurship. Giles Kime, associated with Homes & Gardens, Decanter Magazine, and The Telegraph, recently published an article in Country Life featuring expert recommendations for the top art galleries and dealers in the country.
Piano Nobile, London W11 (www.piano-nobile.com), specializes in 20th-century British art, showcasing a diverse range of works that are sure to captivate any art enthusiast.
Josh Darby from Browse & Darby, London SW1 (www.browseanddarby.co.uk) is another renowned name in the art scene, with a focus on British and French paintings, drawings, prints, and sculpture.
Charlie Porter at Tat London (www.tat-london.co.uk) offers a selection of 20th-century oils at affordable prices, making art accessible to a wider audience.
Josh Lilley in London W1 (www.joshlilley.com) represents Nick Goss and Gareth Cadwallader, two of Tom Turner's favorite contemporary artists. Affordable prints and paintings by Gianni Notarianni (www.gianninotarianni.com) are also appreciated by Tom Turner.
Thackeray Gallery, London W8 (www.thackeraygallery.com), curated by Sarah Macdonald-Brown, has an individual collection of works by living British artists.
Georgia Stoneman (www.georgiastoneman.com) specializes in modern and contemporary British pictures and sculpture.
Jenna Burlingham in Hampshire (www.jennaburlingham.com) is praised for her art by Libby Russell, Mazzullo + Russell, for her well-chosen examples of established artists on well-chosen background colours.
Willoughby Gerrish, London W1 (www.willoughbygerrish.com) offers an amazing mix of 20th-century British and more traditional art.
Cramer & Bell (www.cramerandbell.com) specializes in sourcing art and finding incredible pieces.
Lyndsey Ingram (www.lyndseyingram.com) has a collaborative approach to post-war and contemporary art.
Isabella Worsley is associated with Lyndsey Ingram.
Damian Delahunty (www.delahuntyfineart.com) is an expert in contemporary art, according to Christopher Lawler, Johnston Cave.
The owners of La Galerie Cotignac (www.lagaleriecotignac.com) in Provence, France, specialize in decorative and affordable art.
Sean Symington's latest purchase is from Trilogie Antiques (@trilogieantiques), a lovely Victorian portrait in a primitive style.
In addition to these, Portland Gallery, London SW1, is praised for representing a very talented range of artists and is a favored place for collecting pictures (recommended by Butter Wakefield). Thackeray Gallery, London W8, is known for its individual collection of works by living British artists, curated by owner Sarah Macdonald-Brown, and noted for affordability (recommended by Kit Kemp). Jenna Burlingham, Hampshire, is an art dealer showcasing well-chosen examples of established artists with an attractive domestic display style (recommended by Edward Bulmer). Josh Lilley, London W1, represents contemporary artists such as Nick Goss and Gareth Cadwallader, as well as offering more affordable works including prints and paintings by Gianni Notarianni (highlighted in the article).
London-based Guy Morrison (www.guymorrison.com) is a fine-art dealer and agent who buys and sells privately for clients. Philip Mould (www.philipmould.com) is recognized for promoting and popularizing Cedric Morris's flower paintings. Hauser & Wirth in Bruton, Somerset (www.hauserwirth.com), is more a gallery than a dealer and is always inspirational. Rebecca Gordon (www.rebeccagordonart.co.uk) spends time understanding clients' tastes and briefs before helping them build a collection.
These recommendations provide a comprehensive guide for art enthusiasts seeking to explore and appreciate the rich art scene in Britain.
A home-and-garden enthusiast might be intrigued by the intersection of art and gardening as Georgia Stoneman specializes in modern and contemporary British pictures and sculpture, fitting well within a home adorned with artistic pieces. For those seeking an exclusive collection of living British artists' works, Thackeray Gallery, London W8 could be a perfect choice, as it offers affordability and individual collections.
