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Washington DC's National Gallery of Art holds 1 work by Piero della Francesca (1415–1492) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
National Gallery of Art
Washington DC · 1 work 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.
About the artist
Piero della Francesca
Italian · Early Renaissance · 1415–1492
Piero della Francesca was one of the great masters of the Early Renaissance, known for his serene, mathematically precise figures and his innovative use of perspective and light. He worked primarily in central Italy — Arezzo, Borgo Sansepolcro, and Urbino. The fresco cycle The Legend of the True Cross in the Basilica of San Francesco, Arezzo, is considered his greatest achievement.
Key works
The Legend of the True CrossThe Flagellation of ChristThe Baptism of Christ
Frequently asked questions
How many Piero della Francesca paintings are on display in Washington DC?
Our current data shows 1 Piero della Francesca painting on display in Washington DC, held at the National Gallery of Art.
Which museum in Washington DC has the most Piero della Francesca paintings?
National Gallery of Art holds all 1 known Piero della Francesca work in Washington DC.
Where else can I see Piero della Francesca's paintings?
Piero della Francesca'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 Piero della Francesca →
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.