T his spring, Sir Grayson Perry will grace the walls of Sotheby’s London in a dedicated exhibition of photographs of the artist by multi- award-winning photographer Richard Ansett. On view from 28 March to 17 April, A Portrait of Grayson Perry features photographs taken by Ansett over the course of their more than ten-year working relationship. Taking pride of place is a monumental reproduction from their most recent collaboration and chosen by Perry for his official 65th birthday portrait from the shoot which took place at The Wallace Collection, the setting for a soon-to-open exhibition of Perry’s solo work, Delusions of Grandeur, Sotheby’s showcases these works and never shown before printed editions including a special Sotheby’s edition, which are available for immediate sale.
“I have long been an admirer of Richard Ansett, so to present this very special exhibition – an in-depth and rarely seen portrait of one of Britain’s most treasured living artists, Grayson Perry – is an exciting moment for us. Ansett brings a uniquely fun, irreverent lens to amplify his subject’s creative personality, resulting in images which zing with colour, imagination and wit.”
Location:
34–35 New Bond Street, London W1A 2AA, UK
Bing Gallery
Hours:
28 March–17 April 2025
Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM–4:30 PM
Saturday–Sunday | 12:00 PM–5:00 PM
For sale inquiries please contact Richard Ansett
Richard Ansett, Hannah Silver and Jen Hardie
Join us at Sotheby’s for a conversation delving behind the camera to hear the creative process behind photographing one of the nation’s best-loved contemporary artists, Grayson Perry. Join Richard Ansett, award-winning photographer, Hannah Silver, Art, Culture, Watches & Jewellery Editor at Wallpaper* and Jen Hardie, Sotheby’s Director of Modern British & Irish Art to learn about Richard’s working relationship with Grayson Perry that has spanned more than ten years.
Time:
Monday 31 March | 11:30 AM
Location:
34–35 New Bond St, London W1S 2RT
Location:
The Wallace Collection, Hertford House, Manchester Square, London W1U 3BN, UK
Hours:
28 March–26 October 2025
Monday–Sunday | 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
