9 European Exhibitions Worth Traveling For in 2026
The New York Times••general
Key Points:
- Jan van Eyck’s 1434 "The Arnolfini Portrait," renowned for its intricate detail and symbolism, is a highlight of the National Gallery and depicts a man and woman seemingly paused mid-ceremony with a mysterious reflection in a mirror.
- This year in London, the "Arnolfini Portrait" will be displayed alongside eight other surviving van Eyck portraits, marking the first time these nine works have been exhibited together and showcasing a pivotal shift in portraiture focusing on everyday people.
- The National Gallery of Iceland is preparing a new exhibition of Björk’s work in Reykjavik, coinciding with the 2026 Reykjavik Arts Festival, offering a broader view of her multidisciplinary artistic practice beyond the retrospective held at Mo
