Constitutes the world’s largest exhibition of works from the artist
The world’s largest exhibition of works by Archibald Knox is now on display right here on the Isle of Man.
KNOX: Order & Beauty opened this weekend (Saturday 5 April) and features over 200 pieces from collections across the British Isles, including rare pieces of silver, pewter and jewellery from iconic collections.
The exhibition forms part of a wider ‘Isle of Knox’ campaign, supported by Visit Isle of Man, with associated events, walks, talks and workshops taking place later this year and in early 2026.
Last year was the 160th anniversary of the artist's birth.
To mark the first weekend of the exhibition, talks will be held by three world leading experts on Knox, Dr Stephen Martin, Anthony Bernbaum and Paul Carter Robinson, who will present at the Manx Museum on Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 6:30pm.
Dr Stephen Martin is an accomplished author and editor.
Paul Carter Robinson is the founder, CEO and Editor in Chief of Artlyst.
Anthony Bernbaum is the founder of the gallery The Peartree Collection, which specialises in Archibald Knox silver and jewellery and other designer British silver and jewellery from c. 1870-1939.
Chief Executive of Manx National Heritage, Connie Lovel, said: "We are truly thrilled to be hosting and working with the Archibald Knox Forum to jointly curate this unique exhibition, bringing together the world’s largest-ever showcase of work from such an internationally renowned Manx artist.
"The Island’s cultural heritage helped inspire so much of his work and that continues to resonate around the world today.
"In fact, his Celtic-inspired works are now synonymous with Manx art and culture and this exhibition, in our National Art Gallery, will not only celebrate his legacy, but will be the first time many of the pieces will have been seen in public."
Chris Hobdell, Founder of the Archibald Knox Forum, added: "It is an honour to have worked on jointly curating this outstanding exhibition with Manx National Heritage.
"Whether you live on the Isle of Man, or are planning a holiday to the Island, a visit to the Manx Museum is essential to understand the work of Archibald Knox, who was a pioneering Manx artist and designer.
"It is only on the Isle of Man that one can begin to understand Knox and his work. He was inspired and motivated by the culture, history, spirituality and scenery of our extraordinary Island. We invite visitors to come and see what inspired him for themselves."
Admission to the exhibition is free, with donations welcome.
Seminar tickets cost £20 and are available here.
Running from Saturday until 1 March 2026, the exhibition is accompanied by an official stamp collection released by Isle of Man Post and memorabilia, with original and Knox inspired pieces available to buy at the Manx Museum.
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