Collections

From the 1890s on Freud accumulated a fine collection of antiquities which dominates his Study. But carpets also help create the other-worldly atmosphere of his rooms, covering the famous couch, parts of the wall and furniture and the floors with exotic textures. And Freud also amassed some hidden collections such as his photographic prints, mementoes of holidays in Italy, many of them depicting Italian scenes or Renaissance works of art.

Freud's collection of antiquities contains almost 2,000 items. Our on-line listing contains images and descriptions of around 60 of his most outstanding antiquities.