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Discover the National Portrait Gallery, London with this exciting new App designed to be your perfect companion, whether you are visiting the Gallery or browsing the content elsewhere.

Videos and commentaries reveal 400 years of history, biography and fame, told through the amazing life stories of the people who have shaped British history and culture.

You can also enjoy highlights of the Collection selected by theme including Kings and Queens, Science and Discovery, Fame and Celebrity and Writers.

Listen to audio commentaries on the works while viewing zoomable pictures of them and use the Gallery maps and information to plan your visit.

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Lucian Freud Portraits App

The exhibition audio-guide includes over 40 commentaries covering selected paintings with contributions from sitters including Annie Freud, Bella Freud, Sue Tilley and Andrew Parker Bowles as well as art critic Martin Gayford and Freud's assistant, David Dawson. Exhibition curator, Sarah Howgate introduces the exhibition’s themes; narrated by Zoë Wanamaker.

Purchase an audio guide with your exhibition ticket online or at the Gallery (£3).

As demand for players may be high during busy periods, the full exhibition audio guide can be downloaded as an app to your own device before or after your visit for £1.99.

Download Freud app

  Download at iTunes for £1.99
  Download at Android Marketplace for £1.99