BIRDS – Curated by The Goldfinch & Simon Schama

Birds

Birds – we can’t imagine life without them. To us, birds symbolise freedom, beauty and love. But birds are also pets, a source of food or hunting trophies. The exhibition BIRDS delves into our enduring relationship with these creatures that we love, yet keep in cages. What does our relationship with birds tell us about how we treat the natural world?

Pet, food or trophy?

The exhibition BIRDS explores our fascination with birds through seven different themes: from birds as pets to spiritual messengers. BIRDS features a dazzling collection of historical and contemporary art – paintings, drawings, natural history and fashion accessories, and an audiovisual installation. Spot the most remarkable and colourful birds in the arts, and discover the stories behind them.