Kathleen Ryan's Roman Meal at Gagosian

Who is Kathleen Ryan? Artist Background and Sculpture Style

Kathleen Ryan is a rising star in the world of contemporary sculpture. Known for her surreal, oversized objects and gemstone-encrusted sculptures, Ryan transforms discarded or decaying items, like mouldy fruit or rusted car parts, into works of ironic beauty. Her practice balances excess and entropy, reflecting on consumerism and material culture.

Inside Roman Meal: Kathleen Ryan’s Gagosian London Exhibition

Running from 5 June to 15 August 2025, Roman Meal is Kathleen Ryan’s debut solo show at Gagosian Davies Street in London. The exhibition includes two monumental new sculptures—Fender Bender and Sliced Bread (Golden Hour)—both extending her acclaimed Bad Fruit series. These whimsical yet decaying objects are covered with semi-precious stones and unexpected textures, celebrating transformation, decay, and the sublime in the everyday.

Why Kathleen Ryan’s Roman Meal Exhibition is a Must-See

Kathleen Ryan’s work challenges how we view luxury, waste, and aesthetic value. Roman Meal is more than a display of oversized fruit—it’s a witty, immersive look at transformation and decay in consumer culture. For lovers of bold, thought-provoking sculpture, this is one of London’s must-see exhibitions in 2025.

Visit Gagosian Davies Street: Contemporary Sculpture in London

Located at 17–19 Davies Street in Mayfair, Gagosian London is one of the city's premier destinations for contemporary art. The gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday and is easily accessible via Bond Street station. Kathleen Ryan’s Roman Meal offers visitors a standout summer sculpture experience in the heart of London.