2 for 1 tickets for John Martin: Apocalypse at Tate Britain

THIS PROMOTION HAS NOW CLOSED

Until 30 November, Evening Standard Readers can purchase 2 for 1 tickets for this spectacular exhibition.

Visionary, eccentric, populist and epic, John Martin was a controversial but key figure in nineteenth century art. Like his canvases, this wildly dramatic artist with his visions of heaven and hell, was larger than life.

Organised in partnership with the Laing gallery, Newcastle, this is the first major exhibition dedicated to Martin's work in over 30 years. It brings together his most famous paintings of apocalyptic destruction and biblical disaster from collections around the world, as well as previously unseen and newly-restored works.

Hugely popular in his time, Martin was derided by the Victorian Art establishment as a 'people's painter', for although he excited mass audiences with his astounding scenes of judgement and damnation, to critics it was distasteful. In a sense ahead of this time, his paintings - full of rugged landscapes and grandiose theatrical spectacle - have an enduring influence on today's cinematic and digital fantasy landscapes.

This exhibition presents a spectacular vision, capturing the full drama and impact of John Martin's paintings as they were originally displayed. Just as in the nineteenth century, these epic and often astounding works must be seen to be believed.

'This eye-boggling show is not to be missed' *****
The Mail on Sunday, 2 October 2011

Evening Standard readers can purchase two tickets for the price of one (usually £12.70) until the end of November.

TO BOOK 2 FOR 1 TICKETS
Call: 020 7887 8998 and quote ES Offer or, alternatively, book online at tate.org.uk and enter code 'esoffer'

Terms and conditions:
This offer is available on full price tickets only to John Martin: Apocalypse at Tate Britain until 30 November 2011 only. This offer is available via telephone and online (£1.50 booking fee per transaction applies). Tickets usually £12.70. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other discounts or promotions. No cash alternatives. Subject to availability. The promoter reserves the right to cancel this offer at any time. Cannot be used for group bookings. Promoter: Tate Britain.