John Martin: Apocalypse at Tate Britain
21 September 2011 – 15 January 2012
The apocalyptic visions of 19th-century painter John Martin have inspired everyone from film directors to heavy metal bands.
This is the first major exhibition dedicated to Martin's work in over 30 years and it brings together his most famous paintings of apocalyptic destruction and biblical disaster. These epic and often astounding works must be seen to be believed.
Visionary, eccentric, populist and epic, John Martin was a controversial but key figure in nineteenth century art. Like his canvases, this wildly dramatic artist with his visions of heaven and hell, was larger than life.
This exhibition presents a spectacular vision, capturing the full drama and impact of John Martin’s paintings as they were originally displayed.