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258 works across 4 institutions
London holds 258 works by J. M. W. Turner across 4 institutions, including National Gallery, Tate Britain, and 2 other venues.
Turner was the greatest British landscape painter and one of the most radical artists of his era, dissolving landscape and seascape into light and atmosphere in ways that anticipated Impressionism and abstraction. He spent his career in London, with extensive travels through Europe, and bequeathed hundreds of works to the nation — the core of Tate Britain's collection.
Collections in this city
National Gallery
London · 203 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.
Light and Colour (Goethe's Theory) – The Morning after the Deluge – Moses Writing the Book of Genesis
National Gallery
c. 1843
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Tate Britain
London · 34 works on display
Tate Britain on Millbank holds the national collection of British art from 1500 to the present, including the world's finest holdings of Turner's paintings. Entry to the permanent collection is free, and the Turner galleries are a highlight of any visit.
Briton Ferry: A Fisherman’s Cottage and a Boat Pulled Up under a Low Cliff
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Briton Ferry: A Fisherman’s Cottage and a Boat Pulled Up under a Low Cliff
Tate Britain
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River Scene: Sunset
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Victoria and Albert Museum
London · 2 works on display
British Museum
London · 19 works on display
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About the artist
J. M. W. Turner
British · Romanticism · 1775–1851
Turner was the greatest British landscape painter and one of the most radical artists of his era, dissolving landscape and seascape into light and atmosphere in ways that anticipated Impressionism and abstraction. He spent his career in London, with extensive travels through Europe, and bequeathed hundreds of works to the nation — the core of Tate Britain's collection.
Key works
The Fighting TemeraireRain, Steam and SpeedSlavers Throwing Overboard the Dead and Dying
Frequently asked questions
How many J. M. W. Turner paintings are on display in London?
Our current data shows 258 J. M. W. Turner paintings on display in London, spread across the National Gallery, the Tate Britain, and 2 other venues. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in London has the most J. M. W. Turner paintings?
National Gallery holds the largest share, with 203 works by J. M. W. Turner in London.
Where else can I see J. M. W. Turner's paintings?
J. M. W. Turner'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 J. M. W. Turner →
Planning your visit to London
Most major national museums in London are free to enter permanently — the National Gallery, Tate Modern, Tate Britain, and National Portrait Gallery all charge nothing for the permanent collection. The Courtauld Gallery at Somerset House and the Wallace Collection are also free. Pre-booking is rarely needed for permanent collections but recommended for major temporary exhibitions.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.