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2 works across 1 institution
Los Angeles's Getty Center holds 2 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.
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💎 Hidden GemLos Angeles · 2 works 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 Los Angeles?
Our current data shows 2 Thomas Gainsborough paintings on display in Los Angeles, spread across the Getty Center. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Los Angeles has the most Thomas Gainsborough paintings?
Getty Center holds all 2 known Thomas Gainsborough works in Los Angeles.
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 Los Angeles
LA's art museums are spread across the city and not walkable between — a car or rideshare is essential. LACMA and the Hammer Museum are in mid-city; the Getty Center is in Brentwood with spectacular views (free entry, parking fee). The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) is in Downtown.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.