Martin Gayford

M.C. Escher: limited, repetitive, but he deserves a place in art history

As does British abstract painter John Hoyland, who’s enjoying a revival courtesy of Damien Hirst’s beautiful new gallery on Newport Street

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  • The Amazing World of M.C. Escher

    Dulwich Picture Gallery, until 17 January 2016

  • John Hoyland: Power Stations

    Newport Street Gallery, until 3 April 2016

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