It’s been more than a decade since Grayson Perry RA won the Turner Prize for a series of brightly coloured, darkly themed ceramic vases decorated with images inspired by eccentricities and archetypes found in contemporary British society. Back then, he was a relatively unknown artist who caused a stir both for working with a (then unfashionable) traditional craft medium, and for accepting his award dressed as Claire, his gregarious transvestite alter ego. Today, he’s somewhat of a “national treasure”, having adopted the role of cultural commentator on art and class, masculinity, and the current socio-political climate. In The Most Popular Art Exhibition Ever! expect new ceramics, tapestries, drawings and prints tackling topics from populism and elitism to Brexit. Don’t be surprised if the show (almost) lives up to its title.
Grayson Perry: The Most Popular Art Exhibition Ever!
Serpentine Gallery, London, 8 June – 10 September.
