The Kennel Club Art Gallery is world class collection of art and artefacts about dogs. Situated in Mayfair, London, The Kennel Club Art Gallery is open by appointment to all art lovers with an interest in dogs and we welcome visitors from all over the world. Get in touch to arrange your visit.
Our collection
Our Collection includes paintings, drawings, prints, trophies sculptures, ceramics and much more. Our artefacts date from the 1st century up to the present day with special focus on works from the 19th and 20th centuries.
Our oldest item is a Celtic coin dating from AD 8 – AD 41, which is decorated with the image of a Hound. One of the most well-known dog paintings we have is entitled ‘An Early Canine Meeting’, dated 1855, which shows the very early beginnings of dog showing. We also hold the world famous Keddell Memorial Trophy for Best in Show at Crufts.
Featured artists include
- Maud Earl
- Sir Edwin Landseer
- Richard Ansdell
- George Earl
- Frances Fairman
- Reuben Ward Binks
- Margaret Collyer and many more
A selection of prints taken from our art collection are available for purchase.
Current exhibitions
In the main gallery
Drawings of Dogs
9th October 2024 - 25th April 2025
Drawings of Dogs features all styles of drawing, and includes works by artists such as Marjorie Cox, Barbara Robinson Tester, Gary Stinton, Julie Brenan and Gifford Ambler, many of which are being exhibited for the first time. There will also be 19th century charcoal and chalk drawings after Sir Edwin Landseer’s painting of a Newfoundland entitled A Distinguished Member of The Humane Society, the original of which is currently on display at The Kennel Club, on loan from Tate.
The exhibition also includes a selection of stunning original sketchbooks, owned by the 19th century animalier artist George Earl, known for his paintings of sporting dogs. These sketchbooks represent an important recent donation to The Kennel Club’s collections and were given by the Australian descendants of the artist. This will be the first time that they have ever been on public display.
To make a booking to see the exhibition or for more information please contact us.
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In the art gallery foyer
Deirdre Ashdown capsule exhibition
9th October 2024 - 4th April 2025
The current capsule exhibition focuses on the work of contemporary artist, Deirdre Ashdown. The Kennel Club has been steadily accruing a strong collection of original works and prints by this artist who is well-known for her wonderful pen and ink drawings of dogs. A huge variety of breeds of dog are featured in the exhibition which spans her artistic career and will also include her commemorative works for the UK Toy Dog Society.
To make a booking to see the exhibition or for more information please contact us.
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On the art gallery contemporary dog photography wall
The Littlebreach Basenjis
Hand coloured photographic prints from the Thomas Fall Studios.
From the beginning with the first Thomas Fall photographer (Thomas Fall, 1833-1900) through to the last Fall photographer (Barbara Bourne, 1909-2005) the Fall Studio prided itself on the highest quality photographs of dogs. The Studio had always employed specialist artists to create portraits in various mediums, such as oils, crayon and watercolour. The Basenji head studies on display are one of the finest examples of photographer and artist expertise that the Fall Studio was so well known for.
To make a booking to see the exhibition or for more information please contact us.
Tours
On our tours, visitors get to experience the world class Kennel Club Art Gallery and Library and to see more of The Kennel Club art collection on a guided tour of the building, delivered by our expert curators. The Kennel Club is an unparalleled source of information on dog welfare, dog training and dog breeding. Visitors get to learn more about The Kennel Club's efforts to improve the health and welfare of thousands of dogs in the UK. If you are interested in organising a tour of the collection please email
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The temperatures inside the gallery are set to protect our collection and may feel cool, so we suggest bringing an extra layer for your comfort.
Private tours for groups
For a small charge of £5 per person, we can organise private tours on a date to suit you (minimum of 10 people, subject to availability).
All tour places must be booked in advance.
Make a tour booking
Tel: 020 7518 1064
The Kennel Club Art GalleryContact us
- Opening hours by appointment: Monday to Friday 9.30am - 4.30pm
- Contact us via email
- Phone us on 0207 518 1064