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Simon Patterson

born 1967

The Great Bear 1992
© Simon Patterson and Transport for London
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Biography

Simon Patterson (born 1967) is an English artist and was born in Leatherhead, Surrey. He was shortlisted for the Turner Prize in 1996 for his exhibitions at the Lisson Gallery, the Gandy Gallery, and three shows in Japan. He is the younger brother of the painter Richard Patterson.

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  • The Great Bear

    Simon Patterson
    1992
  • J.P.233 in C.S.O. Blue

    Simon Patterson
    1992
  • Mao / Nixon

    Simon Patterson
    1988
  • The Last Supper Arranged According to the Sweeper Formation (Jesus Christ in Goal)

    Simon Patterson
    1990

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