Who is Bridget Riley?

Bridget Riley is a pioneering British artist associated with Op Art and abstraction. Her work has transformed the way viewers experience rhythm, perception and movement through painting.

Why collect Bridget Riley?

Riley is collected for her major art-historical importance, institutional recognition and lasting influence on abstraction. Her work offers both visual sophistication and strong blue-chip credibility.

What is Bridget Riley known for?

Riley is known for geometric abstraction, optical effects and precisely structured compositions. Her works use line, colour and repetition to create a sense of vibration and visual movement.

What should collectors consider when buying Bridget Riley?

For Riley works, condition, edition details, printing quality and provenance are especially important. Collectors should also consider whether the work reflects a key period or recognisable visual system.

Bridget Riley

Going Across

Name: Going Across
Brand: Bridget Riley
Price: 11660.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

Year: 2001

Medium: Silkscreen on Somerset Satin Paper

Dimensions: 62 x 91 cm

2021Screen Print on Paper51 x 40 cm

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AUCTION PERFORMANCE

A disciplined Op Art market supported by museum recognition, print-market depth and sustained demand from serious collectors. 96 prints sold at auction in 2025, Riley’s second-highest annual total.

INSTITUTIONAL VALIDATION

Average sale price increased 42% year-on-year in 2025. Auction turnover reached £6m in 2025, up from £4.5m. It supports a selective, investor-facing acquisition message. It adds context.

INVESTOR FIT STRATEGY

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