Gallery sights in Oslo
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Henie-Onstad Art Centre
In Høvikodden, west of the centre, lies one of Norway’s best private art collections, the Henie-Onstad Art Centre, founded in the 1960s by Norwegian figure skater Sonja Henie and her husband Niels Onstad. The couple actively sought out collectible works of Joan Miró and Pablo Picasso, as well as assorted impressionist, abstract, expressionist and modern Norwegian works. When you’ve seen enough art you can head downstairs for a look at Sonja’s various skating medals and trophies. From Jernbanetorget, take any bus heading towards Sandvika and get off at Høvikodden.
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National Gallery
One of Oslo’s major highlights is the National Gallery. It houses the nation’s largest collection of Norwegian art, including works from the Romantic era and more‑modern works from 1800 to WWII. Some of Edvard Munch’s best-known creations are on display, including his most renowned work, The Scream. There’s also an impressive collection of European art with works by Gauguin, Picasso, El Greco and many of the impressionists: Manet, Degas, Renoir, Matisse, Cézanne and Monet.
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National Museum of Contemporary Art
Featuring the National Gallery’s collections of post-WWII Scandinavian and international art is the National Museum of Contemporary Art. Some of the 3000-piece collection is definitely an acquired taste, but it does provide a timely reminder that Norwegian art didn’t cease with Edvard Munch.
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Stenersen Museum
Stenersen Museum contains three formerly private collections of works by Norwegian artists from 1850 to 1970. The museum and much of the art, which includes works by Munch, were a gift to the city by Rolf E Stenersen.
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Astrup Fearnley Museum
With its often steamy content, the Astrup Fearnley Museum certainly begs the question, ‘what is art?’ Don’t miss the gilded ceramic sculpture Michael Jackson and Bubbles, by Jeff Koons.
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Children’s Art Museum
If you have a particular affinity for your friends’ refrigerator art displays, visit the Children’s Art Museum near the Frøen T-bane station.
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