"I twist and turn, curve and straighten often without aim or result. Just an escape, an escapist thing into painting impulsively, compulsively, endlessly, tired, tirelessly, with or without joy."

"I twist and turn, curve and straighten often without aim or result. Just an escape, an escapist thing into painting impulsively, compulsively, endlessly, tired, tirelessly, with or without joy."

Lancelot Ribeiro

The Indian Expressionist painter, Lanceloté José Belarmino Ribeiro (1933-2010), was known for his pioneering use of materials, and uniquely experimental work over a six-decade career. He was born in Bombay on 28 November 1933, but his ancestral roots were from Goa.

The latest in exhibitions, publications, and events.

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Lancelot Ribeiro: A Retrospective Revisited

Nearly four decades after the artist’s landmark 1987 retrospective was held at Swiss Cottage, Camden borough are marking a return of his work as part of South Asian Heritage Month.

Swiss Cottage Gallery | London
1st July - 6th August 2026

Landscape at Noon unveiled

I was thrilled to be asked to tell the story of my father’s Landscape at Noon; rediscovered after over 60 years. Now on display in Phillips.

Phillips, 30 Berkeley Square
On view until 7th March 2026

Ribeiro’s biography reprinted

An exploration of the life and work of Indian Expressionist painter, Lancelot Ribeiro includes new images since the publication of the first edition.

Available from December