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National Portrait Gallery

The recently renovated portrait gallery boasts over 220,000 works, some dating back to the 16th century.
Kosa Monteith
May 31, 2023

Overview

The National Portrait Gallery reopens in full to the public in 2023 following a renewal and refurbishment. The gallery and archives are home to over 220,000 portraits, from paintings to photography, sketches, miniatures, sculptures and prints, ranging from the eighth century to the present day. They feature portrait art prizes, exhibitions of key artists and groundbreaking creators, explorations of artistic themes and cultural moments, and displays of some of the most iconic portraits from history.

National Portrait Gallery

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The National Gallery
Trafalgar Square
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