Art History

Classic Renaissance paintings or pompous Baroque sculptures are not typically Danish.

As far as art is concerned, Denmark was a late bloomer, and consequently we had our Golden Age in the 19th century. This period, however, has given a boost to the world of art with people like the sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen.

Thorvaldsens Museum

The Danish sculptor's own museum exhibiting his own production. The Museum also has temporary exhibitions.

Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

A collection of Danish paintings and sculptures from the Golden Age as well as French Impressionists. You can also enjoy Egyptian, Greek, Roman and Etruscan antique art.

Statens Museum for Kunst

The State Art Gallery

Den Hirschsprungske Samling

Private collection of Skagen Painters and other Danish works made public.