Tate Britain

Tate in the frame

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Tate Britain sign

This major London gallery on the north bank of the Thames houses a dazzling wealth of British art. It has been a little overshadowed by Tate Modern, its sibling across the river and more obvious tourist draw.

But I was here to see the impressive shell that houses Tate Britain, recently refurbished to the tune of £45 million with a new staircase and reopened balconies.

The building’s central sweep with all its Neo-classical grandeur is just as impressive. On a quiet day, it’s possible to capture these features without the interruption of visitors – or just simply let them wander into shot.

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Gallery life

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Window diners

This is a window into the cafe of one of London’s most famous art galleries.

A hungry visitor brandishes a tray and is eyeing up the self-service food. A cafe worker stands with a tray in the background, while a suited supervisor looks on.

There is always plenty of human activity at Tate Britain, the older sibling of imposing tourist mecca Tate Modern.

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While some visitors think about food, upstairs in the newly refurbished foyer, three schoolgirls take in the view and are captured through the doors to a gallery.

There will be a more extensive look at this building’s fabric in later posts…

Tate trio