Permanent Collection Displays

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An open door reveals a cream-coloured room with two works of surrealist art on the wall, as well as part of a fireplace and occasional table

One of the most important public collections of Modern British art in the world

Our permanent collection displays tell the story of Modern British art from 1900 til now, all within the beautiful interiors of a Queen Anne townhouse.

Our collection will take you on a journey through Modern British art, from the early 20th century right up until the present day. It includes artworks by artists from Walter Sickert, Barbara Hepworth, Henry Moore, Cathie Pilkington, Andy Goldsworthy, Damien Hirst, Patrick Caulfield and many more.

From Post-Impressionism to Cubism, Neo-Romanticism to Pop and Neo-classicism to contemporary art, our collections and exhibitions tell the story of British art, all in an intimate domestic setting.

Find out more about our collection of Modern British art

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A large wooden sculpture pierced with two holes stands above a stairwell painted with a brightly coloured geometric mural by Lothar Götz

A sculpture of a man sat on a bench bending over his knees to work on a mathematical instrument on the floor, in the middle of an art gallery.

Interior of a Georgian townhouse showing two open doors on the left and right side of the frame leading to rooms filled with Modern British art

An interior view of a period house looking through a doorway into a room hung with modern art.

A black and white carpet in geometric shapes lying in front of a white fireplace

Arm holding phone in front of wall of paintings

Discover the stories behind modern British art.

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