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70 works across 7 institutions
London holds 70 works by Thomas Gainsborough across 7 institutions, including National Gallery, Courtauld Gallery, and 5 other venues.
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.
Collections in this city
National Gallery
London · 38 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.
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Courtauld Gallery
London · 5 works on display
The Courtauld Gallery at Somerset House holds one of the finest small art collections in the world — a concentration of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces that rivals much larger museums. Compact enough to see properly in two hours.
Imaginary Landscape (reworked by a 19th-century English follower)
Courtauld Gallery
c. 1900
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Tate Britain
London · 1 work 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.
Dulwich Picture Gallery
💎 Hidden GemLondon · 7 works on display
England's oldest public art gallery, designed by Sir John Soane, with a superb collection of Old Masters including Rembrandt, Rubens, and Poussin. Located in suburban south London — the journey is part of the experience.
Wallace Collection
London · 2 works on display
The Wallace Collection in Mayfair is a former private collection of extraordinary quality — Old Masters, French 18th-century painting, armour, and decorative arts in a magnificent townhouse. One of London's most underrated galleries, and free to enter.
Victoria and Albert Museum
London · 16 works on display
Portrait of a Young Lady (formerly called 'Mrs Gainsborough')
Victoria and Albert Museum
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Wooded Moonlight Landscape with a Pool and a Figure at the Door of a Cottage
Victoria and Albert Museum
c. 1781
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British Museum
London · 1 work on display
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 London?
Our current data shows 70 Thomas Gainsborough paintings on display in London, spread across the National Gallery, the Victoria and Albert Museum, and 5 other venues. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in London has the most Thomas Gainsborough paintings?
National Gallery holds the largest share, with 38 works by Thomas Gainsborough in London.
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 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.