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3 works across 2 institutions
Dublin holds 3 works by Gustave Courbet across 2 institutions, including Hugh Lane Gallery and National Gallery of Ireland.
Courbet founded the Realist movement, insisting on painting ordinary people and everyday life with the scale and gravity previously reserved for history painting. His large works — A Burial at Ornans, The Painter's Studio — caused scandal at the Paris Salon. He was exiled to Switzerland after participating in the Paris Commune of 1871.
Collections in this city
Hugh Lane Gallery
💎 Hidden GemDublin · 2 works on display
National Gallery of Ireland
Dublin · 1 work on display
The National Gallery on Trafalgar Square houses one of the world's great collections of Western European painting, from the 13th to the 19th century, with particular strength in the Dutch Golden Age and Impressionism. Entry to the permanent collection is free.
About the artist
Gustave Courbet
French · Realism · 1819–1877
Courbet founded the Realist movement, insisting on painting ordinary people and everyday life with the scale and gravity previously reserved for history painting. His large works — A Burial at Ornans, The Painter's Studio — caused scandal at the Paris Salon. He was exiled to Switzerland after participating in the Paris Commune of 1871.
Key works
The Painter's StudioA Burial at OrnansThe Origin of the World
Frequently asked questions
How many Gustave Courbet paintings are on display in Dublin?
Our current data shows 3 Gustave Courbet paintings on display in Dublin, spread across the Hugh Lane Gallery and the National Gallery of Ireland. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Dublin has the most Gustave Courbet paintings?
Hugh Lane Gallery holds the largest share, with 2 works by Gustave Courbet in Dublin.
Where else can I see Gustave Courbet's paintings?
Gustave Courbet'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 Gustave Courbet →
Planning your visit to Dublin
The National Gallery of Ireland and the National Museum are both near Merrion Square and free to enter — easily combined in a single day. Dublin is very walkable; most museums are within 20 minutes of each other. Check ahead for free guided tours, which are excellent at both venues.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.