Tate Britain: Edward Burra - Ithell Colquhoun Exhibition Tickets

Explore the intersecting worlds of British Surrealism and modernism through Edward Burra and Ithell Colquhoun’s vivid works.

Getting started

Head to Tate Britain and present your ticket at the main entrance. Exhibition access is on the Lower Floor—follow signage for special exhibitions. Security checks may include bag inspections; an ID may be required for ticket verification.

What to expect

Edward Burra – Ithell Colquhoun Exhibition

This ticket gives you entry to a rare dual exhibition exploring two of Britain’s most distinctive 20th-century artists. Edward Burra’s satirical, often unsettling watercolours delve into urban life, war, and marginalised communities. Ithell Colquhoun’s paintings reflect surrealism, magic, and ecology.

Features:

• Edward Burra works: See Burra’s iconic works like Dancing Skeletons (1934), Harlem (1934), and Valley and River (1972).

• Ithell Colquhoun works: Explore Colquhoun’s myth-infused pieces including Ages of Man (1944) and Volcanic Landscape (c.1941). View a dedicated room featuring Colquhoun’s mystical Taro deck illustrations too.

• Interpretive materials: Learn through interpretive materials that explore the artists’ influences and social contexts.

Your visit ends within the Tate Britain gallery, where you’re free to explore the permanent collection or nearby exhibitions at your leisure.