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10 works across 3 institutions
Copenhagen holds 10 works by Eugène Delacroix across 3 institutions, including Ordrupgaard, Statens Museum for Kunst, and Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek.
Delacroix was the foremost painter of French Romanticism, known for dynamic compositions, vivid colour, and emotional intensity. Liberty Leading the People (1830) became an enduring icon of political art. His radical approach to colour was a direct influence on the Impressionists, and Cézanne called him 'the real father of modern painting.'
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Ordrupgaard
💎 Hidden GemCopenhagen · 4 works on display
Statens Museum for Kunst
Copenhagen · 1 work on display
Peonies
c. 1844
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Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek
💎 Hidden GemCopenhagen · 5 works on display
Doubting Thomas
c. 1853
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Hercules Throwing King Diomedes to his own Man-eating Horses
c. 1855
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Hercules Throwing King Diomedes to his own Man-eating Horses
Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek
c. 1855
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Mirabeau answering the Marquis de Dreux-Brézé
c. 1831
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About the artist
Eugène Delacroix
French · Romanticism · 1798–1863
Delacroix was the foremost painter of French Romanticism, known for dynamic compositions, vivid colour, and emotional intensity. Liberty Leading the People (1830) became an enduring icon of political art. His radical approach to colour was a direct influence on the Impressionists, and Cézanne called him 'the real father of modern painting.'
Key works
Liberty Leading the PeopleThe Death of SardanapalusWomen of Algiers
Frequently asked questions
How many Eugène Delacroix paintings are on display in Copenhagen?
Our current data shows 10 Eugène Delacroix paintings on display in Copenhagen, spread across the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, the Ordrupgaard, and 1 other venue. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Copenhagen has the most Eugène Delacroix paintings?
Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek holds the largest share, with 5 works by Eugène Delacroix in Copenhagen.
Where else can I see Eugène Delacroix's paintings?
Eugène Delacroix'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 Eugène Delacroix →
Planning your visit to Copenhagen
The Statens Museum for Kunst (national gallery) is in the Østerbro area; the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek is near the Town Hall. Most major museums are free on Wednesdays. The Copenhagen City Pass covers unlimited public transport and free entry to many museums.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.