Five artworks to see with your family at Tate Modern

Tate Modern is full of extraordinary art from around the world. Have a go at finding these great artworks on your trip to Tate Modern, and see what else you discover along the way. These are starting points to help you plan your visit as a family. Have fun and share your favourites with us on social media.

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Rivane Neuenschwander, Cao Guimarães Quarta-Feira de Cinzas / Epilogue

Where is it? Natalie Bell building, Level 2, Start Display

Can you spot a video of ants on a wall? Where do you think they found all these confetti? Perhaps they had a party! Can you imagine what the ant’s nest looks like underground if you close your eyes and listen to the music?

Fiona Rae, Untitled (grey and brown) 1991

Where is it? Natalie Bell building, Level 2, Start Display

There are a lot of marks and energy in this painting. What marks can you see in the painting? What tools would you use to make drips and splashes? What shapes and colours can you see?  Do you see figures emerging?

What tools do you think were used to make this painting? Can you find people or objects in it? This painting is called ‘untitled’, what title would you give it?

Cildo Meireles, Babel

Where is it? Natalie Bell Building, Level 4, Media Networks

This sculpture looks like it might have come from another planet. Do you think anyone lives inside? Would you like to?

There are lots of sounds coming from the radios. Can you understand what anyone is saying? Can you hear any music?

Watch a video to find out more about the artwork and the artist who made it.

Yto Barrada, Palm Sign

Where is it? Natalie Bell building, Level 4, Materials and Objects

What do you think of when you see this sculpture? Does it look like something you have seen near your home or when you’ve gone on holiday? The bright, colourful lights might make you think of somewhere else you’ve been. 

When do you think was this piece made? Is it new or old?

Sarah Sze, Seamless

Where is it? Natalie Bell Building, Level 4, Materials and Objects (near the bridge to the Blavatnik Building)

In this sculpture Sarah Sze uses everyday items, like a ladder and a bucket. She also added a tiny bridge made of matchsticks and a magnifying glass. What other everyday objects can you spot?

Watch a video where the artist talks about making the installation.