The 100 best paintings in London: British Museum
Leading artists, gallery owners, curators and critics pick the best paintings to be seen in the capital
The British Museum is world famous as a giant, never-ending treasure trove of ancient artifacts - teeny tiny Roman sculptures to towering marble statues and everything in between. But hidden within its vast collection are a good few paintings, drawings and prints. Here are the couple that made the cut for 'The 100 best paintings in London' list.
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Paintings to see at the British Museum
'A Cornfield by Moonlight with the Evening Star' - Samuel Palmer
WHEN? 1830
I LIKE IT See also 'The Ghost of a Flea'
I LIKE IT See also 'The Ghost of a Flea'
'Mummy Portrait of a Woman' - Unknown artist
WHEN? –
I LIKE IT See also 'Self-Portrait' by Gwen John
I LIKE IT See also 'Self-Portrait' by Gwen John
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