Head and Shoulders of a Girl
c. 1990
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2 works across 1 institution
Washington DC's National Gallery of Art holds 2 works by Lucian Freud (1922–2011) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Lucian Freud — a grandson of Sigmund Freud — was one of the greatest figurative painters of the 20th century. Born in Berlin, he settled in London as a child and spent his entire career there, producing unflinching, densely-painted portraits and nudes that are among the most important works in British art.
Works by Lucian Freud are protected by copyright — images cannot be displayed. Each result links to Wikidata, where you can find the museum's own listing for the work.
National Gallery of Art
Washington DC · 2 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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c. 1991
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Lucian Freud
British · Realism · 1922–2011
Lucian Freud — a grandson of Sigmund Freud — was one of the greatest figurative painters of the 20th century. Born in Berlin, he settled in London as a child and spent his entire career there, producing unflinching, densely-painted portraits and nudes that are among the most important works in British art.
Key works
Benefits Supervisor SleepingGirl with a White DogThe Painter's Mother Resting I
Frequently asked questions
How many Lucian Freud paintings are on display in Washington DC?
Our current data shows 2 Lucian Freud 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 Lucian Freud paintings?
National Gallery of Art holds all 2 known Lucian Freud works in Washington DC.
Where else can I see Lucian Freud's paintings?
Lucian Freud'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 Lucian Freud →
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.