Definition

Noun: An organized public display of a collection of works of art, such as paintings, sculptures, or photographs, for people to view and appreciate.

Usage

An "art exhibition" is a planned event, often held in a gallery, museum, or other public space, where artworks are presented to an audience. It can feature the work of a single artist or a group of artists, and may be organized around a specific theme, period, or medium.

Examples

• The museum is hosting a major art exhibition of modern sculpture next month.
• She visited the art exhibition to see the new paintings by local artists.
• The opening night of the art exhibition was attended by many critics and collectors.

Advanced Usage

• "to curate an art exhibition": To select, organize, and present the works for an art exhibition.
  • She was invited to curate an art exhibition on the topic of urban landscapes.
• "a touring art exhibition": An exhibition that travels and is displayed in multiple locations.
  • The touring art exhibition will visit five cities across the country.

Variants and Related Words

• Exhibit (noun): An individual item or display shown as part of an exhibition.
  • The most striking exhibit was a large abstract painting.
• Gallery (noun): A room or building for the display or sale of works of art; often the venue for an art exhibition.
  • He has a show at the commercial gallery downtown.
• Show (noun): A less formal synonym for an exhibition, especially for a display of work by a contemporary artist or group.
  • She has a solo show opening on Friday.

Synonyms

• Art show: A common, often interchangeable term for an art exhibition.
• Display: A general term for a collection of items arranged for people to see.

Related Phrases

• "on exhibition" or "on display": Describes artworks that are currently being shown publicly.
  • The artist's latest series is on exhibition at the national gallery.

Noun

1. an exhibition of art objects (paintings or statues)