Join British-Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare as he discusses Thomas Gainsborough's famous painting, 'Mr and Mrs Andrews', and how it inspired his playful reinterpretation, 'Mr and Mrs Andrews without their Heads'.
Find these two powerful works on display together for the first time as part of our free exhibition, 'Yinka Shonibare and Thomas Gainsborough: A Conversation', in Room 1 until 7 February 2027.
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