The exhibition will be hosted at Poole Museum from February 14 to June 21, 2026, part of a touring programme from the Victoria and Albert Museum.
The exhibition, Lucian Freud’s Etchings: A Creative Collaboration, looks into Freud’s exploration into printmaking through a collection of intricate and rarely seen works, including a unique collection of trial proofs collected by master printer Marc Balakjian, who worked with Freud for more than 20 years.
Jaine Fitzpatrick, interim director at Poole Museum, said: “This exhibition isn’t just for art enthusiasts; it’s for anyone who’s curious or simply wants to take a pause.
“Lucian’s work offers a fascinating glimpse into the creative process, and seeing these pieces up close is a truly special moment that could bring calm, controversy, clarity, or even spark a whole new area of your imagination.”
The exhibition also highlights Freud’s personal connection to Dorset, where he attended Bryanston School and later owned a home.
Gill Saunders, exhibition curator and honorary senior research fellow at the V&A, said: “These extraordinary prints illuminate the remarkable creative partnership between Lucian Freud and master printer Marc Balakjian, offering insights that are rarely accessible to the public.”