The game of thrones.

Head to Sadie Coles to experience in the curation of Simon Andrew’s exhibition ‘This Island Sunrise.’ Celebrating improvised British design, the show sees a dialogue between three thrones spanning four centuries, with designs by acclaimed British designer Tom Dixon (b.1959) and Eduardo Paolozzi (1924-2005). Sitting at the heart of the installation is the mighty Turner’s Throne (c.1640), created by an unknown 17th-century woodturner. Oversized and leaking with authority, this throne bears witness to the arching historical narrative of modern Britain that is revealed through both the contrast and similarities of the contemporary design of Tom Dixon’s ‘Skeleton Throne’ (1985). Offering a different perspective to the fellow thrones, Paolozzi’s ‘Sculptor’s Chair’ (1985-87) holds an attitude of self-determination found in the 20th century.

The thrones gather to start a discussion around origins, boundaries, authority and identity. Sat around them are found objects listening in. Surrounded by objects once used in the domestic setting, now holding a new value by being on display, the exhibition resembles the characteristic’s an antique shop. Join the conversation at Sadie Coles.