Philip de László: Master of Elegance

Hungarian artist Philip de László (1869–1937) was one of the most famous portrait painters in Europe when he settled in England in 1907.

By the time of his death thirty years later, he was recognised as one of the world’s foremost portraitists – an artist who was able to depict any sitter, from society beauties to children, monarchs and soldiers, with brilliance and verve.

Gainsborough’s House’s new expansive exhibition, Philip de László: Master of Elegance, curated by the De Laszlo Archive Trust, showcases a rich array of his most impressive and revealing portraits, all of which are bursting with vitality and virtuosity.

The exhibition will feature rarely-seen loans from private collections as well as important works from the Royal Collection, including a childhood portrait of Queen Elizabeth II when Princess of York.

Last entry to the Museum and Galleries is 4pm. The historic House closes at 4:30pm.

Find out more about your visit on the Gainsborough’s House website.