Tabish Khan, the London-based art critic, selects his top gallery and museum exhibitions to see in late May in London. Highlights include Christopher Page's illusionistic mirror paintings at Ben Hunter, Dirk Braeckman's chemically altered photographs at Grimm, a historical exhibition on Hawai'i's relationship with the UK at The British Museum, a pairing of James Capper's claw-like machines with Anthony Caro's metal sculptures, and a focused display of George Stubbs' horse portrait and anatomical drawings at The National Gallery.
This roundup matters because it provides a curated guide to London's diverse visual art offerings, from contemporary gallery shows to major museum exhibitions, helping audiences navigate the city's vibrant art scene. The inclusion of lesser-known artists alongside historical figures like Stubbs and Caro underscores the breadth of London's cultural landscape, while the Hawai'i exhibition highlights important Indigenous narratives and cross-cultural history.