Tate Modern

John Baldessari (b.1931) is widely regarded as of one of the foremost conceptual artists. Tate Modern presents the first major retrospective of his work in the UK. Baldessari’s work often attempts to point out irony in contemporary art theory and practices. This show will bring together all aspects of the legendary Californian artist oeuvre. From his early photo-and-text works, through his extensive use of ‘outsourced’ imagery in the Combined Photographs, the irregular shaped and over-painted works of the 1990s, as well as his most recent production. Video, prints and the artist’s production of books, posters and ephemera will also be included this exhibition; particular attention will be paid to Baldessari’s lesser known works and installations.