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Unique prints, gifts and books inspired by Whitworth Art Gallery exhibitions.
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07/09/2026

📢 AVAILABLE NOW: Beneath The Great Wave Exhibition Catalogue 📘.

You can now purchase the official catalogue that accompanies the breathtaking Beneath The Great Wave exhibition The Whitworth 🌊.

This illustrative book has been inspired by the Whitworth’s first exhibition dedicated to Japanese prints in over 100 years. Presenting rarely seen works from the Whitworth collection alongside institutional artworks and private loans, plus new essays by Timon Screech (International Research Centre for Japanese Studies, Nichibunken, Kyoto) and Imogen Homes-Roe (Curator of Historic Art, the Whitworth). This catalogue explores the evolution of ukiyo-e prints and their enduring global impact across visual art, fashion and contemporary graphic design ✨.

A unique memento that captures the spirit of the exhibition, and brings a touch of Japan’s iconic visual culture into your home 🇯🇵. Available now in our Gallery shop and online 🛍️.

https://thewhitworthshop.com/products/beneath-the-great-wave-exhibition-catalogue?variant=55597284786552

02/09/2026

We recently welcomed Reiko Kaneko to for a restock.

Reiko is a London-based ceramicist whose work is inspired by Japanese aesthetics and British ceramic traditions, and her range of three handmade tableware pieces are available in our Gallery shop and online as part of our collection accompanying the Beneath the Great Wave exhibition The Whitworth 🌊.

Here is Reiko talking through the inspiration for her work 💡.

https://thewhitworthshop.com/collections/reiko-kankeko?_pos=1&_psq=reiko&_psid=a5c1fd28a&_ss=e

25/08/2026

There is a lot of love amongst the The Whitworth Shop team for the gorgeous new collection from , inspired by the Hyundai Translocal Series: Entangled and Woven The Whitworth 😍.

Vibrant and full of colour, this carefully curated collection features beautiful bags, accessories and homewares, which are sourced from fair-trade makers around the world which helps to support the development of traditional artisan skills within communities in India and beyond ✨.

Shop the whole Namaste collection in our Gallery shop now 🛍️.

03/08/2026

We’ve recently welcomed a gorgeous new brand to ’s shelves, as part of our collection inspired by the "Hyundai Translocal Series: Entangled and Woven" exhibition The Whitworth ✨.

Aarven is an independent supplier of ethical homeware, gifts and sustainable jewellery, that are designed by co-founder Amy, in collaboration with skilled makers across Africa and India. AARVEN, meaning 'friend of the people', work exclusively with small-scale artisan groups, elevating their traditional craft skills and connect them with the international market.

We have so many beautiful AARVEN products to choose from, from luxury screen-printed notebooks, bookmarks and giftwrap to incense holders, stunning lampshades and handmade wooden utensils. Take a look behind the scenes at the talented makers at work producing these unique goods 🙌.

https://thewhitworthshop.com/collections/hyundai-translocal-series-entangled-and-woven

30/07/2026

Introducing an exclusive limited-edition print by Michaela Yearwood-Dan, created to accompany The Practice of Liberation, her first UK institutional museum show on display 🖼️.

As The River Flows (2026) by Michaela Yearwood-Dan.

Developed from a delicate Giclée print on Somerset paper and featuring fragments of the artist's handwritten text, the print reflects the themes of hope,
transformation and liberation explored throughout the exhibition.

This limited edition of 100 are hand numbered and signed by the artist 🖊️✨.

Printed by fine art printers and available exclusively from the Whitworth Shop and online. Order yours now.

📷: courtesy of Lucy Greenlees.

29/07/2026

Summer PLAYTIME from Whitworth Families is back The Whitworth ☀️!

From Wednesday 22 July - Friday 28 August, families are invited to create, play, stitch, weave, build and explore across the Gallery and gardens. 🧵🌿

This year’s PLAYTIME activities are FREE, drop-in and open to everyone, with activities on Weds - Fri, 1-4pm, unless otherwise stated, and are inspired by the exhibition Hyundai Translocal Series: Entangled and Woven The Whitworth.

And if you feel inspired by your visit to weave and stitch with your little ones at home we have some gorgeous embroidery kits from which will enable you to do just that!

https://www.whitworth.manchester.ac.uk/getinvolved/families/playtime/

16/07/2026

⭐ MAKER SPOTLIGHT ⭐

We’re delighted to welcome Miss Kim to The Whitworth Shop as part of our collection accompanying the ‘’Hyundai Translocal Series: Entangled and Woven’’ The Whitworth.

Miss Kim is an award-winning food brand bringing Kickass Korean food 💥 to the UK. Founded by Heejin No and inspired by her grandmother, Miss Kim celebrates Korea’s rich food culture and every product is rooted in real Korean food traditions and rituals.

We have two delicious varieties of fermented, tinned Kimchi 😋 and Nurungji and Lotus Root Bugak, two naturally gluten-free and vegan snacks enjoyed in Korea for centuries. We also have the fab ‘Kickass’ fan, perfect for this Summer’s heatwaves 🪭 and the Miss Kim Bibimbag, the perfect throw-everything-in tote for daily life ✨.

Visit the exhibition and take home a taste of this unmistakable cuisine with you 🙌. Available in our Gallery shop and online 🛍️.

10/07/2026

''Hyundai Translocal Series: Entangled and Woven'' is now open The Whitworth ✨.

Co-organised with the Cheongju Craft Biennale 2025, in collaboration with the National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy, and presented in partnership with Hyundai Motor Company, this exhibition brings together new work by eight contemporary artists and collectives from Korea and India with historic textiles from the Whitworth’s collection, and traces surprising connections between Manchester’s industrial past and living craft traditions shaped by culture, migration, labour and care.

We have a vibrant collection to accompany the exhibition which draws inspiration from the Korean and Indian artists whose work is featured in the show, available in our Gallery shop and online 🛍️.

https://thewhitworthshop.com/collections/hyundai-translocal-series-entangled-and-woven

30/06/2026

The Beyond The Great Wave exhibition poster looking fab against our freshly painted shop space in (colour name?) from The Little Greene Paint Company 🖌️🎨.

Featuring the striking Great Wave artwork 🌊, this A1 poster is the perfect memento of the exhibition The Whitworth and looks fabulous when framed. Whether you're a fan of Japanese art 🇯🇵 🖼️ or looking for a statement piece for your home, this poster makes a wonderful addition to any space.

Available now from our Gallery shop now and also online.

https://thewhitworthshop.com/collections/beneath-the-great-wave/products/beneath-the-great-wave-a1-exhibition-poster

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The Whitworth, The University Of Manchester, Oxford Road
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M156ER

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