Charity Art Auction

Picasso painting to be auctioned alongside Banksy at the Houses of Parliament

A rare piece by Picasso, one of the greatest and most influential artists of the 20th century will be auctioned at the Houses of Parliament on Saturday 13 December 2014 at an event unlike any other the art world has ever seen.

At the Smile Britannia charity art auction Picasso, the art revolutionist of his time will share the spotlight with the art revolutionists of our time - the ever illusive Banksy, four time Turner Prize nominee Richard Long CBE (1), original stencillist Nick Walker, Copyright, Goldie, Inkie and several other exciting, emerging talents. Contemporary, modern and street artists will come together at the iconic Houses of Parliament to challenge tradition, change lives and raise money for disadvantaged communities around the world.

Last year pieces from Banksy, Nick Walker and Shepherd Fairey went under the hammer, raising over £80,000 for outstanding causes.

This year, Smile Britannia is thrilled to launch the very first limited edition Nick Walker Figurine, ‘Vandal Vs Parliament,’ which has never before been released.

The auction will be hosted by Babyhead front man, Tom Mauger, with breaks being dropped by DJ’s every time a lot is sold!

The ‘Smile Britannia’ collaboration between London Westbank Gallery, the Last Night a DJ Saved My Life Foundation and Temwa has already helped thousands of people around the world with the money raised at last year’s event.

At the event, high profile guests from the art, fashion and music worlds will unite for a common cause, to make a difference to some of the poorest communities in the world. Artists will donate pieces that celebrate diversity and contrast, breaking down barriers and reaching out to the youth of today.

Andrew Bingham, MP commented: “I am delighted to support this unique event and I hope it will raise lots of money for the cause. To have so many artists represented in Parliament at this auction is incredible, a very positive display of generosity. I was asked to support the event by Mike Weatherley MP and looking at the work of the organisations involved I was delighted to be able to help.”

Tickets to the event cost £100 plus booking fee available to buy by emailing [email protected]. Please note, due to capacity tickets are strictly limited.

Online, phone and reserve bidding will be available this year so if you're not able to attend you can still win a piece of history!