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Washington DC's National Gallery of Art holds 68 works by Eugène Delacroix (1798–1863) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Delacroix was the foremost painter of French Romanticism, known for dynamic compositions, vivid colour, and emotional intensity. Liberty Leading the People (1830) became an enduring icon of political art. His radical approach to colour was a direct influence on the Impressionists, and Cézanne called him 'the real father of modern painting.'
National Gallery of Art
Washington DC · 68 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.
Two Studies of an Indian from Calcutta, Seated and Standing
National Gallery of Art
c. 1823
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Untitled
c. 1900
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About the artist
Eugène Delacroix
French · Romanticism · 1798–1863
Delacroix was the foremost painter of French Romanticism, known for dynamic compositions, vivid colour, and emotional intensity. Liberty Leading the People (1830) became an enduring icon of political art. His radical approach to colour was a direct influence on the Impressionists, and Cézanne called him 'the real father of modern painting.'
Key works
Liberty Leading the PeopleThe Death of SardanapalusWomen of Algiers
Frequently asked questions
How many Eugène Delacroix paintings are on display in Washington DC?
Our current data shows 68 Eugène Delacroix 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 Eugène Delacroix paintings?
National Gallery of Art holds all 68 known Eugène Delacroix works in Washington DC.
Where else can I see Eugène Delacroix's paintings?
Eugène Delacroix'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 Eugène Delacroix →
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.