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71 works across 1 institution
Washington DC's National Gallery of Art holds 71 works by Anthony van Dyck (1599–1641) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
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.
National Gallery of Art
Washington DC · 71 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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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 Washington DC?
Our current data shows 71 Anthony van Dyck paintings on display in Washington DC, spread across the National Gallery of Art. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Washington DC has the most Anthony van Dyck paintings?
National Gallery of Art holds all 71 known Anthony van Dyck works in Washington DC.
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 Washington DC
Washington DC's Smithsonian museums — including the National Gallery of Art, American Art Museum, and Hirshhorn — are all permanently free to enter. They're clustered along the National Mall and easily walked between. The National Gallery has two buildings connected by an underground passage; the East Building houses 20th-century art.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.