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11 works across 2 institutions
Edinburgh holds 11 works by Anthony van Dyck across 2 institutions, including Scottish National Gallery and Scottish National Portrait Gallery.
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.
Collections in this city
Scottish National Gallery
Edinburgh · 6 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.
Portrait of Marchese Ambrogio Spinola (1569 - 1630)
Scottish National Gallery
c. 1627
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Portrait of a Young Man
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Scottish National Portrait Gallery
Edinburgh · 5 works on display
The National Portrait Gallery, next to the National Gallery on St Martin's Place, holds the world's largest collection of portraits in any medium, with a focus on people who have shaped British history and culture. Free to enter.
Thomas Hamilton, 2nd Earl of Haddington, 1600 - 1640
Scottish National Portrait Gallery
c. 1637
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Charles Seton, 2nd Earl of Dunfermline, 1615 - 1672. Lord Privy Seal
Scottish National Portrait Gallery
c. 1640
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Alexander Henderson, c 1583 - 1646. Presbyterian divine and diplomatist
Scottish National Portrait Gallery
c. 1641
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John Hamilton, 1st Baron Belhaven, d. 1679. Royalist (With his wife, Margaret Hamilton)
Scottish National Portrait Gallery
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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 Edinburgh?
Our current data shows 11 Anthony van Dyck paintings on display in Edinburgh, spread across the Scottish National Gallery and the Scottish National Portrait Gallery. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Edinburgh has the most Anthony van Dyck paintings?
Scottish National Gallery holds the largest share, with 6 works by Anthony van Dyck in Edinburgh.
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 Edinburgh
Edinburgh's Scottish National Gallery is in the city centre between the Old and New Towns, with an excellent collection that is free to enter. The Scottish National Museum of Modern Art is a 15-minute walk or short taxi from the centre. Edinburgh is very walkable but hilly — comfortable shoes are essential.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.