The Dulwich Picture Gallery

The Dulwich Picture Gallery

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The Dulwich Picture Gallery is an art museum in the London suburb of Dulwich.

Founded in 1811, it is the oldest public art gallery in England and it has a collection that focuses on Old Master paintings from the European schools.

The Dulwich Picture Gallery offers a variety of Old Master paintings and other artworks to visitors interested in the European schools of art. Some of the highlights of the gallery include:

  • The collection of Old Master paintings, including works by Rembrandt, Rubens, Van Dyck, Poussin, and Murillo.
  • The Baroque paintings, including works by Italian and Spanish artists such as Guido Reni and Murillo.
  • The collection of works by Sir Peter Lely, the largest collection of his works in the world.
  • The collection of 18th century British portraits, including works by Joshua Reynolds and Thomas Gainsborough.
  • The decorative art collection, including furniture, ceramics, and glassware.
  • The library and research centre, which holds an extensive collection of books and archives related to art history and the gallery’s collection.
  • The temporary exhibitions, which showcase works from the permanent collection or works by contemporary artists.
  • The building, which is a beautiful example of Georgian architecture, designed by Sir John Soane.
  • The gardens, which are surrounded by beautiful nature and it’s a great place to take a stroll and enjoy the artworks.
  • The collection of 19th century French paintings, including works by Corot, Courbet, and Monet.
  • The collection of 17th century Dutch and Flemish paintings, including works by Frans Hals and Jan Steen.

Overall, The Dulwich Picture Gallery offers an impressive collection of Old Master paintings, British portraits and other artworks, as well as a library and research centre, temporary exhibitions and a beautiful building and garden.

It’s a great place to visit for art lovers, and those interested in European art and culture.

 

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