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49 works across 1 institution
Washington DC's National Gallery of Art holds 49 works by Paul Klee (1879–1940) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Klee was one of the most inventive artists of the early 20th century, working across painting, drawing, and printmaking with equal mastery. He taught at the Bauhaus alongside Kandinsky and his work bridges Expressionism, Cubism, and Surrealism. Born in Switzerland, he spent most of his career in Germany before returning to Bern in his final years.
Works by Paul Klee 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 · 49 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.
A Genius Serves a Small Breakfast (Ein Genius serviert ein kleines Frühstück)
National Gallery of Art
c. 1920
Washington DCWikidata
![Perseus (Der Witz hat über das Leid gesiegt) [Perseus-The Triumph of Brain over Body]](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Paul%20Klee%2C%20Perseus%20%28Der%20Witz%20hat%20%C3%BCber%20das%20Leid%20gesiegt%29%20%28Perseus-The%20Triumph%20of%20Brain%20over%20Body%29%2C%201904%2C%20NGA%208109.jpg?width=400)
Perseus (Der Witz hat über das Leid gesiegt) [Perseus-The Triumph of Brain over Body]
National Gallery of Art
c. 1904
Washington DCWikidata
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About the artist
Paul Klee
Swiss/German · Expressionism / Bauhaus · 1879–1940
Klee was one of the most inventive artists of the early 20th century, working across painting, drawing, and printmaking with equal mastery. He taught at the Bauhaus alongside Kandinsky and his work bridges Expressionism, Cubism, and Surrealism. Born in Switzerland, he spent most of his career in Germany before returning to Bern in his final years.
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Frequently asked questions
How many Paul Klee paintings are on display in Washington DC?
Our current data shows 49 Paul Klee 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 Paul Klee paintings?
National Gallery of Art holds all 49 known Paul Klee works in Washington DC.
Where else can I see Paul Klee's paintings?
Paul Klee'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 Paul Klee →
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.