This display showcases the political concerns of many artists in Britain during the 1980s – whether reacting to Thatcher’s government, an economy in recession, the Falklands war or growing social dislocation. It brings together major paintings and sculpture from Leeds City Art Gallery collection augmented by key loans, including works by Tony Cragg, Bill Woodrow, Stephen Willats, Ken Currie and Steven Campbell.

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Glossary

  • Sculpture

    A three-dimensional work of art. Such works may be carved, modelled, constructed, or cast. Sculptures can also be described as assemblage, in the round, relief, and made in a huge variety of media. Contemporary practice also includes live elements, as in Gilbert & George 'Living Sculpture' as well as broadcast work, radio or sound sculpture.