Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One
- Telephone 0131 624 6200
- Opening times Daily 10am–5pm.
- Website www.nationalgalleries.org/visit/…
credit: Keith Hunter
Standing opposite Modern Two (formerly Dean Gallery), the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One is fronted by the giant Landform sculpture by Charles Jencks, a stepped, serpentine mound reflected in three crescent-shaped pools of water. Inside the gallery, which has a striking Neo-classical façade that fits perfectly with Edinburgh’s ‘Athens of the North’ tag, are works by artists such as Picasso, Andy Warhol and Lucian Freud, in frequently changing displays. The gallery is a must-see venue for every modern & contemporary art lover. The popular gallery café more than doubles its capacity in summer months by setting up outdoor seating.
Events at this venue
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Joan Eardley & Catterline
A small display celebrating the life of Joan Eardley, one of Scotland's most popular twentieth-century artists. This two-room display marks 100 years since the birth of Eardley, who is widely regarded as one of the most influential painters of her generation. It offers an insight into her working practice and focuses on…
Mon 27 Jun
Free / 0131 624 6200
Tue 28 Jun
Free / 0131 624 6200
Wed 29 Jun
Free / 0131 624 6200
New Arrivals: Fred Sandback in Focus
Senior Curator Stephanie Straine will take a closer look at the work of sculptor Fred Sandback whose Untitled, 1971 features in the New Arrivals exhibition. Detailed information on accessibility at the National Galleries of Scotland Parking for visitors is available at both Modern One and Modern Two. A donation is…
Tue 28 Jun
Prices to be confirmed / 0131 624 6200
