Shirazeh Houshiary in Conversation with Gabriele Finaldi at National Gallery, 19 June
The Facts
On 19 June 2026, Shirazeh Houshiary will be in conversation with Sir Gabriele Finaldi at The National Gallery's Friday Lates series in London. The discussion will focus on Houshiary's practice in relation to 17th-century Spanish artist Francisco de Zurbarán, particularly her digital animation 'A Cup and a Rose' (2019), inspired by Zurbarán's still-life 'A Cup of Water and a Rose' (1630). Houshiary also designed the East Window at St Martin-in-the-Fields, citing Zurbarán's 'The Veil of St Veronica' as a source. The talk, held at the Pigott Theatre from 6.30 to 7.45 pm, will be interspersed with choral performances by St Martin's Voices.
The Signal
The event underscores the National Gallery's effort to bridge historical and contemporary art through its Friday Lates program. For collectors, Houshiary's engagement with Zurbarán highlights the enduring relevance of Old Master techniques in contemporary practice, adding depth to her market narrative. Lisson Gallery's promotion of this talk signals the continued institutional validation of Houshiary's work, which has long drawn on spiritual and formal traditions.
- Artists: Shirazeh Houshiary, Francisco de Zurbarán
- People: Shirazeh Houshiary, Sir Gabriele Finaldi
- Galleries: Lisson Gallery
- Museums: The National Gallery
- Locations: London
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