Royal Academy of Arts
6 Burlington Gardens, London, W1S 3ET
0207 300 5776
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http://www.royalacademy.org.uk
The Royal Academy of Arts, located in the heart of London, is a place where art is exhibited and debated. Its shop stocks an exclusive range of art and craft inspired by acclaimed Academicians. To coincide with the show "A Bigger Picture", Peter was asked to interpret in glass, Hockney's huge painting "Arrival of Spring". Relishing the challenge he created a new series of the same name which has been received with great acclaim. Please note that the image above is for illustrative purposes and does not represent the current works held by this gallery. Please contact the gallery for full details of the Peter Layton works that they currently have available.
Our Stories
Fifty Years of Fire: Celebrating Peter Layton and London Glassblowing
For half a century, London Glassblowing has transformed contemporary glass art - pioneering new techniques, supporting generations of artists, and establishing a studio at the forefront of innovation. This milestone year offers a moment to reflect, to reminisce, and to celebrate the extraordinary impact that has helped shape the world of glass.
Silent Auction Stories: Staff Favourites
Our 2026 Silent Auction celebrated fifty years of glassmaking with works from Peter Layton's personal 'Highlight' collection alongside archival pieces from our resident and guest artists. The gallery team shared their favourites and the stories behind them, from a never-before-seen Fabrica platter to the smallest Portal Tim Rawlinson has ever made.
Peter Layton Receives the First-Ever Lifetime Achievement Award at Collect 2026
We are incredibly proud to announce that Peter Layton has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at Collect, and he is the very first person to receive it. Read Peter's acceptance words, reminiscing on his extraordinary career and contribution to the world of glass.