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The �鶹��ý�� is home to one of the world’s great art collections, located in the magnificent historical setting of Somerset House in central London. now to see one of the most renowned art collections in the UK, including iconic Impressionist masterpieces such as Manet’s A Bar at the Folies Bergè��and Van Gogh’s Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear.

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Abstract Erotic: Louise Bourgeois, Eva Hesse, Alice Adams

20 Jun - 14 Sep 2025

This major exhibition brings together the erotic and playful aspects of the work of Louise Bourgeois, Eva Hesse and Alice Adams to ask important questions about sexuality, bodies and humour.

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Louise Bourgeois: Drawings from the 1960s

20 Jun - 14 Sep 2025

This focused display will present a group of drawings by Louise Bourgeois from the 1960s.

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painting of a woman bartender looking straight ahead

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Visit the permanent collection

Open Daily, 10:00 - 18:00

You can now book your visit to see our much-loved collection of masterpieces ranging from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.

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The Barber in London: Highlights from a Remarkable Collection

23 May 2025 - 22 Feb 2026

A selection of exceptional paintings from The Barber Institute of Fine Arts will go on view at The �鶹��ý�� Gallery for an extended display.

Philip Guston (1913-1980), Close-Up II, 1959, oil paint on paper, mounted on board, 59 x 73.6 cm. On long-term loan to The �鶹��ý�� Gallery, London. Promised gift by Linda Karshan in memory of her husband, Howard Karshan. © The Estate of Philip Guston, courtesy Hauser & Wirth

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Post-War Abstraction: Works from The �鶹��ý��

2 Jul - 12 Oct 2025

Drawn from The �鶹��ý��'s significant collection of post-war art, this display will examine forms of abstraction which emerged in the 1950s and 1960s in Europe and America.

2025 Exhibitions

a painting by Wayne Thiebaud, depicting a display of various cakes arranged neatly on individual white cake stands. The cakes are rendered with thick, creamy layers of paint, emphasizing their rich textures and colors. Each cake is distinct, with different designs and decorations, such as a heart, spirals, cherries, and floral motifs. The composition is orderly, with the cakes placed in a grid-like formation, creating a sense of both abundance and simplicity. The background is a pale, almost white surface, which contrasts with the vividness of the cakes, drawing attention to their details. The overall effect is both whimsical and slightly nostalgic, evoking the feel of a classic bakery display.

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Wayne Thiebaud: American Still Life

10 Oct 2025 - 18 Jan 2026

The first ever UK museum show devoted to the work of Wayne Thiebaud (1920-2021), now considered to be one of the greatest and most original American artists of the 20th century.

2025 Displays

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Wayne Thiebaud. Delights

10 Oct 2025 - 18 Jan 2026

This display of 17 prints complements The Griffin Catalyst Exhibition: Wayne Thiebaud. American Still Life, the first ever UK museum show devoted to the work of Wayne Thiebaud (1920-2021).

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�鶹��ý�� Commission 2025: Rachel Jones

From 25 Sep 2025

Acclaimed artist Rachel Jones will create two new site-specific commissions for our John Browne Entrance Hall and Ticketing Hall, which will be free to visit. No ticket required.

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The Collection

Explore The �鶹��ý��’s remarkable collection of paintings, prints and drawings, sculpture and decorative arts.

2026 Exhibitions

A painting of Seascape at Port-en-Bessin, Normandy, a green cliff overlooking the blue sea with clouds in the sky

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Seurat and the Sea

13 Feb - 17 May 2026

In 2026, The �鶹��ý�� will present the first ever exhibition dedicated to the seascapes of the French artist Georges Seurat (1859–1891). Tickets on sale later this year.

Search the Collection

The �鶹��ý�� Gallery’s collection, which comprises over 33,000 objects ranging from the Middle Ages to the 21^st century and includes paintings, drawings, ceramics and sculptures, among others, is available to explore in its entirety online for free for the first time thanks to a new digital platform.

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Explore Impressionism at The �鶹��ý��

Explore the greatest collection of Impressionist art in the UK at The �鶹��ý�� Gallery.

“One of the nation’s jewels… London’s treasure-house of post-impressionist art”

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“It is breathtaking. You have to go.”

Evening Standard

“Simply a masterpiece.”

Sunday Times

“Britain’s greatest collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings.”

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Explore The �鶹��ý�� Gallery with our digital/mobile guide on Bloomberg Connects, the free arts and culture app.

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