The FLO London gift guide: best finds from museum and gallery shops

Discover our selection of the best gifts from London’s museum and gallery shops in this FLO London gift guide. These shops offer incredible finds, from artist collaboration homeware like lamps and rugs to jewellery, books, and prints. Shopping from these institutions is a great way to support the galleries and museums themselves. While several shops have even more items available in-store, this guide focuses on those with online purchasing options. Whether you’re shopping for an art lover, treating yourself, or looking for a thoughtful gift for a friend or loved one, our guide offers a range of items for every taste and budget—from £5 to over £1,000.

Allen Jones Red Lamp

Allen Jones RA Red Lamp, RA Shop, £595.

#FLODown: The Red Lamp, designed by Allen Jones RA and Lola Lely, is an exclusive limited edition celebrating Jones’ 2015 Royal Academy retrospective. Inspired by Jones’ 1985 Aram Designs floor lamp, the piece blends traditional techniques with contemporary materials, transforming a domestic object into art. Limited to 50 pieces, each lamp is hand-spray-painted, screen-printed, and comes signed and numbered by the artist, presented in a custom screen-printed box.

Price: £595. Location: RA Shop, Buy now.

Geta Bratescu Cushion Yellow Collage

Geta Bratescu Cushion Yellow Collage, Hauser & Writh, £125.

#FLODown: Hauser & Wirth offers a beautiful cushion collection in collaboration with Romanian conceptual artist Geta Brătescu. The cushions are based on an untitled 2012 collage by Brătescu and are hand-produced by the UK charity Fine Cell Work.

Price: £125. Location: Hauser & Writh. Buy now.

Tripping With Nils Frahm, LPx2

Tripping With Nils Frahm, LPx2, Barbican Shop, £22.99.

#FLODown:The Barbican Shop is hosting a pop-up store for Rough Trade, offering a curated selection of new and emerging music, as well as records by influential artists who have performed at the Barbican. The specially curated LP collection is available on the Mezzanine level of the Barbican Shop until the end of the year, with some records, including Tripping with Nils Frahm LP, available online. The LP captures the legendary artist’s performance at Berlin’s iconic Funkhaus during his 2018 world tour for All Melody, offering an intimate and exclusive concert experience.

Price: £22.99. Location: Rough Trade x Barbican shop pop-up. Buy now.

Variations Limited Edition Rug by by Sir Terry Frost RA

Variations (Black on White) Limited Edition Rug by Sir Terry Frost RA, RA Shop, £1,100.

#FLODown: This limited edition rug, Variations (Black on White) by Sir Terry Frost RA, in collaboration with Christopher Farr, is handmade in India from 100% wool. Limited to 150 pieces, it includes a signed certificate of authenticity. The rug celebrates Frost, a renowned British abstract artist and Royal Academician, known for his vibrant works and knighthood for services to art.

Price: £1,100. Location: RA Shop. Buy now.

France-Lise McGurn Glass Side Table

France-Lise McGurn Glass Side Tables, 2023, House of Voltaire, Price on enquiry.

#FLODown: These unique hand-painted glass tables by France-Lise McGurn, exclusive to House of Voltaire, reflect the artist’s immersive figurative practice. McGurn’s work transports the viewer into her intimate world, exploring themes of personal space, social relationships, and embodied emotion. Her archetypal characters, often depicted in states of undress, range from moments of ecstasy and euphoria to tension and withdrawal.

Price: on enquiry. Click here to make enquiry.

Folk Carafe

Folk Carafe, Southbank Centre, £75.

#FLODown: The Southbank Centre offers a fantastic range of homeware items, and we are loving the Folk range, especially this carafe. Inspired by traditional Polish designs, it features vibrant stripes and organic shapes, handmade from colourful glass in unique moulds. The design mimics the layered silhouettes of billowing skirts, and each carafe is one-of-a-kind. Matching Folk bowls and tumblers are also available.

Price: £75. Location: Southbank Centre. Buy now.

Maquette Pouffe

Maquette Pouffe, London Transport Museum, £300.

#FLODown: Hate it or love it, the Transport for London upholstery is iconic. Now, thanks to the London Transport Museum shop, you can bring it home. They offer a collection of furniture and cushions made from the classic tube and bus upholstery, including this stylish Moquette Pouffe. This made-to-order piece is perfect for putting your feet up or adding extra seating to your home. 

Price: £300. Location: London Transport Museum shop.Buy now.

Poor Artist

Poor Artsits by The White Pube (Gabrielle de la Puente and Zaria Muhammad), RA Shop, £20.

#FLODown: Poor Artists by The White Pube explores why artists create despite a system that commodifies art and fosters competition. Written by critics Gabrielle de la Puente and Zarina Muhammad, known for their irreverent critiques of the art world, the book follows aspiring artist Quest Talukdar as she navigates the challenges of money, power, and staying true to herself. Blending fiction with real interviews, it reveals the emotional and financial struggles of today’s artists.

Price: £20. Location: RA Shop. Buy now.

 Monet Inspired Vase Orange

Monet Inspired Vase Orange, The Courtauld Shop, £28.

#FLODown: This ceramic vase, designed by Yuta Segawa for The Courtauld, is inspired by the colours in Monet’s The Houses of Parliament, Sunset. Made from glazed porcelain, it features blues, purples, and oranges that echo the painting. The vase is slip-cast and hand-crafted in SGW Lab’s London studio, and matching tumblers are also available.

Price: £28. Location: The Courtauld Shop. Shop now.

Ribbon Wrap Gold Ring

The Ribbon Wrap Gold Ring, National Gallery, £45.

#FLODown: The Ribbon Wrap Gold Ring, inspired by nature, is crafted from adjustable gold-plated bronze and handmade in Greece. It pairs beautifully with matching pieces from the Georgia Charal collection, including the Ribbon Wrap Gold Earrings, Bracelet, and Brooch. This collection reflects the artistry of great paintings and drawings, offering lightweight, wearable designs.

Price: £45. Location: National Gallery. Buy now.

The Great Mughals candlesticks set

The Great Mughals candlesticks set, V&A Museum Shop, £33.

#FLODown: These exquisite candlesticks, handcrafted by skilled artisans in Kashmir, were created exclusively for the V&A’s The Great Mughals exhibition. Inspired by the decorative borders from Mughal-era manuscripts in the exhibition, they are produced by Fair to Trade, ensuring fair wages, safe working conditions, and opportunities for skill development.

Price: £33. Location: V&A Museum shop. Buy now.

Lost Futures: The Disappearing Architecture of Post-War Britain

Lost Futures: The Disappearing Architecture of Post-War Britain by Owen Hopkins, RA Shop, £12.95.

#FLODown: Lost Futures: The Disappearing Architecture of Post-War Britain by Owen Hopkins examines the rise and fall of buildings constructed in Britain between 1945 and 1979, reflecting the belief in architecture’s potential to shape a better world. The book explores how changing social, economic, and political contexts, along with the buildings’ own design flaws, led to the demolition or alteration of these structures. It features 34 buildings, including iconic examples like Robin Hood Gardens and Park Hill, accompanied by black-and-white photographs and short texts detailing their histories. The work of renowned architects such as Erno Goldfinger and the Smithsons is explored, illustrating the loss of architecture once envisioned to create a bold future.

Price: £12.95. Location: RA Shop. Buy now.

Classic Mirrored Chess Set

Classic Mirrored Chess Set, Design Museum shop, £120.

#FLODown: This special edition chess board features a reflective acrylic layer and comes with lacquered wooden pieces. It neatly stows away in a striking presentation case that resembles a coffee table book, allowing it to become a beautiful addition to your interior decor.

Price: £120. Location: Design Museum Shop. Buy now.

Water Lily Green Leaf Earrings

Water Lily Green Leaf Earrings, National Gallery Shop, £28.

#FLODown: These handmade earrings, inspired by the colours of Monet’s Water Lily Pond paintings, are crafted from hammered bronze and hand-painted for a striking design. Created by Fotini Liami Designs in Greece, they use traditional goldsmithing techniques rooted in Hellenistic traditions.

Price: £28. Location: National Gallery Shop. Buy now.

1961 Print Silk Neck Scarf

1961 Print Silk Neck Scarf, National Portrait Gallery shop, £50.

#FLODown: This bold neck scarf, designed by London-based textile designer Amelia Graham, features a vibrant 1960s psychedelic-inspired print. Made from 100% silk crepe de chine and finished with a pin hem, it’s a perfect statement piece!

Price: £50. Location: National Portrait Gallery shop. Buy now.

Paula Rego: Nursery Rhymes by Marina Warner

Paula Rego: Nursery Rhymes by Marina Warner, Wallace Collection shop, £14.99.

#FLODown: This book presents Paula Rego’s take on twenty-six nursery rhymes, featuring etchings that explore themes of power, sexuality, gender, and rebellion. Her illustrations transform these rhymes into dark, thought-provoking tales, blending fantasy and realism with dream-like distortions and critiquing societal norms.

Price: £14.99. Location: Wallace Collection Shop. Buy now.

Large Convex Mirror

Large Convex Mirror, Sir John Soane’s Museum shop, £90.

#FLODown: Sir John Soane’s Museum has a great collection of convex mirrors, ranging from small decorative ones to larger, more eye-catching pieces. We love the classic gold and black-framed mirrors, but they also have gold-framed convex mirrors options starting at £24. Soane used these mirrors to brighten up the space and make the rooms feel bigger throughout the house and museum.

Price: £90. Location: Sir John Soane’s Museum shop. Buy now.

Burlington House: Home of the Royal Academy of Arts

Burlington House: Home of the Royal Academy of Arts, RA shop, £60.

#FLODown: Burlington House: Home of the Royal Academy of Arts by Nicholas Savage offers an insightful study into the architectural history of Burlington House, the Royal Academy’s London home since 1868. The book, published to coincide with the estate’s redevelopment by architect Sir David Chipperfield, traces the property’s 350-year history, from its origins as a town palace for Sir John Denham in the 1660s to its transformation under the 3rd Earl of Burlington, who shaped its Palladian architecture. Savage’s research covers the house’s various owners, its architectural evolution, and the expansion, connecting it with the neo-classical building by James Pennethorne.

Price: £60. Location: RA Shop. Buy now.

Red Vintage Telephone

Red Vintage Telephone, Museum of the Home, £63.

#FLODown: The Museum of the Home offers a great selection of unique items, including this classic Push Button Telephone. It’s the perfect gift for anyone who appreciates nostalgia.

Price: £63. Location: Museum of the Home. Buy now.

Folded Abstract Pink Patina Earrings

Folded Abstract Pink Patina Earrings, RA Shop, £50.

#FLODown: These delicately folded earrings by Greek designer Fotini Liami are hand-shaped and painted to catch the light with a subtle glimmer. Known for her elegant jewellery, Liami draws inspiration from a variety of artistic styles, often influenced by the natural world. Her designs are geometric and abstract, featuring clean lines and simple shapes.

Price: £50. Location: RA Shop. Buy now.

I’m So Happy You Are Here: Japanese Women Photographers from the 1950s to Now

I’m So Happy You Are Here: Japanese Women Photographers from the 1950s to Now, The Photographer’s Gallery Bookshop, £60.

#FLODown: I’m So Happy You Are Here challenges the traditional canon of Japanese photography by highlighting the contributions of women. Edited by Pauline Vermare, Lesley A. Martin, and others, it offers critical essays and key writings, many newly translated, to deepen understanding of their impact. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in a more inclusive history of Japanese photography. Click here to discover The Photographer’s Gallery’s exceptional collection of books. However, the best of their collection can be discovered by heading to the gallery shop!

Price: £60. Location: The Photographer’s Gallery Bookshop. Buy now.

Lomomatic 110 Camera & Flash Metal

Lomomatic 110 Camera & Flash Metal, The Photographer’s Gallery, £149.

#FLODown: The Photographers’ Gallery also has a great selection of cameras, including the Lomomatic 110 Camera & Flash Metal, an ideal gift for photography enthusiasts. With a premium glass lens, automatic exposure, adjustable ISO, and a detachable flash, this compact camera is perfect for sharp, vibrant photos. Its nostalgic 110 film and easy-to-use design make it great for spontaneous snapshots and vintage-style photography.

Price: £149. Location: The Photographer’s Gallery shop. Buy now.

Red and Green Acrylic Wine Glass

Red and Green Acrylic Wine Glass, RA Shop, £25.

#FLODown: This acrylic wine glass by Italian designer Mario Luca Giusti combine vibrant green and ruby red, offering a stylish and lightweight option that blends modern design with classic elegance. Giusti, renowned for his innovative homeware collections, draws inspiration from his family’s heritage in the shoe industry and his passion for design. If you love a matching set, they also have a pitcher.

Price: £25. Location: RA Shop. Buy now.

The Photographer’s Gallery Posters

The Photographer’s Gallery Posters, £5.

#FLODown: The Photographers’ Gallery offers a range of posters featuring both current and past exhibitions. Their collection includes works from previous exhibitions, making them perfect for affordable stocking fillers or Secret Santa gifts. Current posters showcase exhibitions by Letizia Battaglia and Deborah Turbeville, alongside previous pieces by Graciela Iturbide, Ernest Cole, and Burt Hardy.

Price: from £5. Location: The Photographer’s Gallery shop. Buy now.

Print 94 by Rana Begum RA

Print 94 by Rana Begum RA, RA Shop, £1,200.

#FLODown: This vibrant screen print by Royal Academician Rana Begum, part of an ongoing series of spray paintings, explores colour, light, and space. Inspired by paper used to test spray cans, the work shifts from her previous minimalist style to embrace a balance of order and chaos. Published in an edition of 40, each print is signed and numbered by Begum, printed in the RA Schools with printmaker Leigh Clarke. Begum’s practice, influenced by minimalist artists, translates spatial and visual experiences into ordered forms, focusing on light and colour interaction.

Price: £1,200. Location: RA Shop. Buy now.

Limited Edition Claudette Johnson Self Study

Limited Edition Claudette Johnson Self Study, The Courtauld Gallery shop, £600.

#FLODown: This limited edition print, exclusive to The Courtauld, was created in partnership with Claudette Johnson to celebrate her exhibition Presence. The print is part of a series of 50 editions plus 5 artist’s proofs, each hand-signed and dated by Johnson. It is a giclée print on 300gsm acid-free Monte Carlo fine art textured paper, and comes in a handmade portfolio with a screen-printed cover. The print, based on a self-portrait in oil pastel, showcases Johnson’s use of bold colours and sensitive lines, capturing a strong sense of presence.

Price: £600. Location: The Courtauld Gallery shop. Buy now.

Alex Prager - limited edition jigsaw puzzle

Alex Prager - limited edition jigsaw puzzle, V&A Museum, £75.

#FLODown: This limited edition 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle features Alex Prager’s Crowd #1 (Stan Douglas) from the Fragile Beauty exhibition, exploring themes of disconnection and ambiguity. With only 500 produced, it comes in a lidded box, includes a stamped certificate, and puzzle pieces are stored in a cloth bag printed with the exhibition title and V&A logo.

Price: £75. Location: V&A Museum.Buy now.

Decorative Green and Blue Stripe Vase

Decorative Green and Blue Stripe Vase, RA Shop, £25.

#FLODown: Decorate your home with these colourful vases made from Katran, a 100% biodegradable material crafted by artisans in Jaipur, India. Made by upcycling waste cotton fabric from the fashion industry, these hand-sculpted vases reflect the eclectic and ethical ethos of the British brand Ian Snow, known for its bold, vibrant, and sustainable homewares inspired by India.

Price: £25. Location: RA Shop. Buy now.

London in the Wild: Exploring Nature in the City

London in the Wild: Exploring Nature in the City, Museum of the Home, £15.99.

#FLODown: London in the Wild is an exploration of the the natural spaces hidden within the urban landscape of London. While the city may seem dominated by concrete and noise, it is home to over 15,000 species of flora, fungi, and fauna, including hedgehogs, owls, and marsh frogs. The book guides readers through London’s gardens, parks, wetlands, and woodlands, highlighting the best spots to see bluebells, the lives of Tube mice, and even seals in the Thames. It’s an opportunity to discover the wild side of the city, often overlooked.

Price: £15.99. Location: Museum of the Home shop. Buy now.

Gallery Tote Bag

Barbican Tote Bag. Barbican shop, £6.

#FLODown: Fortunately for us, most gallery and museum gift shops offer fantastic tote bags, which not only make stylish accessories but also provide a sustainable alternative to gift wrapping paper. Click here to explore our top picks of gallery tote bags. Click here for our top picks of gallery and museum tote bags in London.

Click here to discover more museum and gallery shops for gifting. You can also explore our favourite art bookshops here.

Hospital

Pope.L’s Hospital at South London Gallery, £32.

#FLODown: Hospital is a book about Pope.L’s final exhibition at the South London Gallery in 2023. It includes an essay by Legacy Russell, an introduction by Margot Heller, and an interview with Pope.L by Judith Wilkinson. It’s a great way to explore his groundbreaking work, from his famous Crawl performances to his powerful explorations of race, language, and community.

Price: £32. Location: South London Gallery. Buy now.