sexually explicit art

The most controversial pieces are clay sculptures by amateur Michael Stokes. They will be in a dedicated room — recalling the controversial Sensation art exhibition of — that will also include the explicit painting Suck by Merlin James, which is not for sale. The Summer Exhibition has been held since , with work submitted by amateurs and professionals. The show, which starts tomorrow, is open to all ages — in fact unders are admitted free — but the Royal Academy said there will be warnings of adult content at main entrances and the specific room. It is believed to be the first time such warnings have been in place.