Le Miroir magique [The Magic Mirror]
c. 1929
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5 works across 1 institution
Edinburgh's Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art holds 5 works by René Magritte (1898–1967) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Magritte was the leading Belgian Surrealist, known for paintings of ordinary objects in impossible situations that question the relationship between images and reality. Unlike many of his contemporaries, he lived quietly in Brussels, painting in a deliberately conventional realistic style to make his conceptual disruptions more unsettling.
Works by René Magritte are protected by copyright — images cannot be displayed. Each result links to Wikidata, where you can find the museum's own listing for the work.
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art
Edinburgh · 5 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.
Le Temps Menaçant [Threatening Weather]
c. 1929
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Le Temps Menaçant [Threatening Weather]
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art
c. 1929
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Le Drapeau noir [The Black Flag]
c. 1937
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La Représentation [Representation]
c. 1937
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La Légende des siècles [The Legend of the Centuries]
c. 1950
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La Légende des siècles [The Legend of the Centuries]
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art
c. 1950
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About the artist
René Magritte
Belgian · Surrealism · 1898–1967
Magritte was the leading Belgian Surrealist, known for paintings of ordinary objects in impossible situations that question the relationship between images and reality. Unlike many of his contemporaries, he lived quietly in Brussels, painting in a deliberately conventional realistic style to make his conceptual disruptions more unsettling.
Key works
The Treachery of ImagesThe Son of ManThe Human Condition
Frequently asked questions
How many René Magritte paintings are on display in Edinburgh?
Our current data shows 5 René Magritte paintings on display in Edinburgh, spread across the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Edinburgh has the most René Magritte paintings?
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art holds all 5 known René Magritte works in Edinburgh.
Where else can I see René Magritte's paintings?
René Magritte'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 René Magritte →
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.