Portrait of Hugh Smithson (Percy), Ist Duke of Northumberland (1714-1786), former Lord Lieutenant of Ireland
National Gallery of Ireland
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Dublin's National Gallery of Ireland holds 11 works by Thomas Gainsborough (1727–1788) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Gainsborough was one of the great portrait and landscape painters of 18th-century England, whose fluid, elegant style was heavily influenced by the Flemish and Dutch masters. He worked in Suffolk, Bath, and London, where he became a founding member of the Royal Academy and the rival of Sir Joshua Reynolds.
National Gallery of Ireland
Dublin · 11 works 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.
Lady Conyngham
c. 1779
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Portrait of Rev. Humphry Gainsborough (1718-1776), the Artist's Brother
National Gallery of Ireland
c. 1755
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About the artist
Thomas Gainsborough
British · Rococo / Realism · 1727–1788
Gainsborough was one of the great portrait and landscape painters of 18th-century England, whose fluid, elegant style was heavily influenced by the Flemish and Dutch masters. He worked in Suffolk, Bath, and London, where he became a founding member of the Royal Academy and the rival of Sir Joshua Reynolds.
Key works
The Blue BoyMr and Mrs AndrewsPortrait of Sarah Siddons
Frequently asked questions
How many Thomas Gainsborough paintings are on display in Dublin?
Our current data shows 11 Thomas Gainsborough paintings on display in Dublin, spread across 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 Thomas Gainsborough paintings?
National Gallery of Ireland holds all 11 known Thomas Gainsborough works in Dublin.
Where else can I see Thomas Gainsborough's paintings?
Thomas Gainsborough'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 Thomas Gainsborough →
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.