Primary Collection
The Primary Collection contains more than 12,700 portraits. Of these, over 4,100 are paintings, sculptures and miniatures. In addition, there are over 8,500 light-sensitive works on paper, shown on a rotating basis to avoid excessive light exposure and thus to minimise deterioration and fading.
The Gallery is home to the most extensive collection of portraits in the world. Search over 220,000 works, from the 8th century to the present day.