Art UK has updated its cookies policy. By using this website you are agreeing to the use of cookies. To find out more read our updated Use of Cookies policy and our updated Privacy policy.

Royal Scottish Academy of Art & Architecture

Photo credit: Will Collier

Open to the public

Museum or gallery in Edinburgh

1,341 artworks

Plan a visit

More about

The collections of the Royal Scottish Academy of Art & Architecture (RSA) present a rich seam of creativity within Scottish visual arts, from the beginning of the nineteenth century to the present day. Recognised by the Scottish Government as being a collection of National Significance to Scotland, it includes around 990 paintings. Since 1831 the RSA’s art collection has reflected the practice of contemporary Scottish artists. Its core Diploma Collection contains artworks deposited by artists elected as members of the academy. Selected by the artists themselves, these works uniquely represent the changing face of Scottish art. Gifts, bequests and purchases complement the Diploma Collection and these are supported by portraits of artists and other works of art acquired as teaching aids. Landmark paintings in the Diploma Collection include James Guthrie’s 'Midsummer', Joan Eardley’s 'Summer Sea' and Glen Onwin’s 'Geevor Ortus'. Gifts and bequests include John Faed’s 'The Poet’s Dream' and the William Gillies collection. The teaching collection features William Etty’s full-size copy 'Venus of Urbino', after Titian.

Find prints, books, gifts and exclusive product ranges in the Art UK Shop. Purchases directly support public collections across the country

Visit the shop

Bloomberg Connects is a free arts and culture app. Go behind the scenes with images, videos and audio guides.

The Mound, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2EL Scotland

sandywood@royalscottishacademy.org

0131 624 6277

Before making a visit, check opening hours with the venue

http://www.royalscottishacademy.org