
'Steptoe and Son of arts' is Britain's art award choice
Artist Phyllida Barlow, who has been selected to represent Britain at the 57th Venice International Art Biennale, said it was "an extraordinary privilege and honour".
"I'd maybe call her the Steptoe and Son of arts - a scavenger who makes sculptures that look like a village bonfire the day before fireworks night," said ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ arts editor William Gompertz.
The Newcastle-born sculptor, known for her large installations, will present a major solo show in the British Pavilion at what is seen as the most important contemporary art festival in the world, from 13 May to 26 November 2017.
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