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Robbie Griffiths

Subversive art duo Gilbert and George’s tribute for King Charles

Gilbert Proesch (R) and George Passmore

(Picture: Getty Images)

ARTIST duo Gilbert and George are planning a tribute to King Charles III in their new gallery space in east London.

The pair are building a permanent gallery near their home and studio in Spitalfields. “We wanted to celebrate the opening of the Gilbert and George centre during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II so that was part of the design,” said George last night at a Sarabande Foundation talk. “Now, of course, we’ve changed it.” It seems to have included “ER”, Elizabeth’s royal seal.

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