At a Glance

The Courtauld Gallery in London's Somerset House holds one of the world's densest Impressionist collections. Founded 1932 by textile magnate Samuel Courtauld; reopened November 2021 after a £24 million refurbishment.

One Collector's Impressionism

Courtauld bought intensively from 1923 to 1929 and gave everything to the Courtauld Institute for teaching and public display.

Must-See

• Van Gogh's Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear (1889).
• Manet's A Bar at the Folies-Bergère (1882).
• Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire.
• Gauguin's Nevermore (1897).
• Degas' Two Dancers on a Stage.

Visiting Tips

Temple tube. £14. 2 hours. Open daily. Pair with Covent Garden.