Highlights from the Ben Uri Collection

“Highlights from the Ben Uri Collection” by Rachel Dickson is a publication from Ben Uri, released in 2015. This edition, comprising 80 pages, provides an overview of the Ben Uri Gallery and Museum, which was established in 1915 in Whitechapel, London. The museum was founded by Russian-Jewish émigré Lazar Berson and a group of artists and craftsmen who sought to create a space for cultural expression that was often inaccessible within the British art establishment.

Readers will discover the evolution of the Ben Uri Gallery from its origins as an Art Society to its current status as the only specialist Jewish museum of art in Europe. The collection features over 1,300 artworks created by more than 380 artists, reflecting a diverse range of subjects and media, primarily from Jewish artists across 35 countries. This book serves as a catalog of the museum’s permanent collection, highlighting its significance in the context of art, culture, and travel, while also offering insights into the exhibitions and points of interest associated with the gallery.