Explore the Collection

Alongside out ground-floor temporary exhibitions, visitors can explore two floors of the Stradling Collection, home to an inspiring range of studio ceramics, glass, furniture and decorative arts from the twentieth century to the present day.

Bauhaus in Bristol

The influence of the Bauhaus movement can be seen throughout the Collection where furniture and design objects reflect its enduring commitment to creativity, craftsmanship, and functionality.

Bristol takes centre stage in this celebration of Modernism, marking the 90th anniversary of the iconic 1936 Crofton Gane Pavilion. When Bauhaus pioneer Marcel Breuer collaborated with local furniture visionary Crofton Gane, the city became a laboratory for daring international ideas. Their partnership created a remarkable legacy, shaping Breuer’s later architectural work and leaving a lasting imprint on Bristol’s design identity