The Hockney & Piero Edit

Two masterpieces by David Hockney (born 1937) that feature reproductions of Piero della Francesca’s The Baptism of Christ (Estimated 1437–45) will go on display at the National Gallery alongside the original Renaissance painting from 8 August until 27 October 2024. This collection is inspired by both timeless masters, presenting artists reminiscent of the figurative painter David Hockney and similarly drawn to 15th-century painting.

The Art of Slow Looking

This art collection draws inspiration from the profound dialogue between contemporary artist David Hockney and Renaissance master Piero della Francesca. Celebrating Hockney's enduring fascination with historical art, the collection explores themes of perspective, emotion, and observation through works that echo and reinterpret Piero's iconic "The Baptism of Christ." Emphasising the practice of "slow looking," it invites viewers to delve deep into the connections between past and present, reflecting on the timeless power of art to connect people across centuries.