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20 works across 1 institution
Brussels's Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium holds 20 works by Anthony van Dyck (1599–1641) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Van Dyck was Rubens's most gifted pupil, who became the most sought-after portrait painter in Europe and court painter to Charles I of England. His elegant, psychologically astute portraits defined how the English aristocracy presented itself for a century. He died in London at 42, leaving a large body of work concentrated in British collections.
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
💎 Hidden GemBrussels · 20 works on display
Portrait of the Sculptor François Duquesnoy
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
c. 1622
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Drunken Silenus, supported by two bacchantes
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
c. 1620
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About the artist
Anthony van Dyck
Flemish · Baroque · 1599–1641
Van Dyck was Rubens's most gifted pupil, who became the most sought-after portrait painter in Europe and court painter to Charles I of England. His elegant, psychologically astute portraits defined how the English aristocracy presented itself for a century. He died in London at 42, leaving a large body of work concentrated in British collections.
Key works
Charles I at the HuntEquestrian Portrait of Charles IPortrait of Cardinal Guido Bentivoglio
Frequently asked questions
How many Anthony van Dyck paintings are on display in Brussels?
Our current data shows 20 Anthony van Dyck paintings on display in Brussels, spread across the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Brussels has the most Anthony van Dyck paintings?
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium holds all 20 known Anthony van Dyck works in Brussels.
Where else can I see Anthony van Dyck's paintings?
Anthony van Dyck's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Anthony van Dyck →
Planning your visit to Brussels
Brussels' main art museums are clustered in the Royal Quarter around the Place Royale — the Musées Royaux des Beaux-Arts, Magritte Museum, and BOZAR are all within easy walking distance. Many major Belgian museums are free on the first Wednesday afternoon of each month.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.