Martin Gayford

Full of masterpieces: Paula Rego at Tate Britain reviewed

Her little-known early works are the major revelation: full of quivering innards and an atmosphere of menace

‘The Artist in Her Studio’, 1993, by Paula Rego. Credit: Leeds Museum and Galleries (Leeds art gallery) UK / Bridgeman Images © Paula Rego 
issue 24 July 2021
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