Located in the heart of Chichester, the Pallant House Gallery Bookshop is an independent haven for collectors and enthusiasts. We work alongside the Gallery to offer the finest selection of new, remaindered, and out-of-print books on Modern British Art in the country.
Our collection mirrors the world-class works found within the Gallery walls, providing deep dives into the lives and techniques of the pioneers of British Modernism.
Discover the Icons of British Modernism
Our shelves are stocked with monographs, rare catalogues, and biographies of the artists who defined 20th-century art in Britain. We specialise in literature covering:
The St Ives School: Explore the abstract landscapes of Barbara Hepworth, Ben Nicholson, and Terry Frost, whose works captured the light and rugged beauty of the Cornish coast.
The Bloomsbury Group: From the post-impressionist experiments of Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant to their revolutionary approach to domestic design.
Neo-Romanticism & Landscape: Discover the evocative, atmospheric works of John Piper, Graham Sutherland, and Ivon Hitchens, many of whom found inspiration in the Sussex countryside surrounding Chichester.
Post-War & Contemporary Giants: We hold extensive titles on the figurative mastery of Lucian Freud and Frank Auerbach, alongside the bold Pop Art of Sir Peter Blake and Richard Hamilton.
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Exclusive Artist Multiples & Limited Editions
Beyond our library, we are a destination for original art. We commission and stock exclusive prints and artists’ multiples from leading figures working in Britain today.
Our current stock includes limited edition pieces and design products inspired by artists such as:
Tracey Emin and Damien Hirst
Rachel Whiteread
Christopher Wood and Edward Burra
We also offer a curated selection of artisan cards, unique gifts, and design-led homeware that celebrate the British aesthetic.
Book Signings & Gallery Events
The bookshop is a lively cultural hub. We regularly host talks, lectures, and book signings featuring prominent art historians and contemporary artists.
Join our community: To stay informed about upcoming events, please visit our Events Page or sign up for our online newsletter.
We Buy Art Books & Libraries
Are you looking to find a new home for your art books? We are always interested in purchasing high-quality books, as well as entire collections and libraries across all visual arts disciplines.
If you have books or original prints to sell, please contact our specialist buyer, Nicholas Higbee:
Telephone: 01243 787787 or 01243 781293
Email: [Insert Email Address]
Visit Us in Chichester
Pallant House Gallery is a unique architectural gem—a Queen Anne townhouse seamlessly joined to a contemporary wing. It houses one of the most significant collections of Modern British Art in the world.
Finding Us: We are located in central Chichester, just a short walk from the railway station and city centre car parks.
Free Entry: There is no admission charge to visit the ground-floor spaces, which include:
The Bookshop
The De’Longhi Print Room
The Pallant Restaurant
The Gallery’s Art Reference Library