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The founding charter of the Museum of Design and Applied Art states that the Museum is to collect and preserve the part of Icelandic cultural history encompassing design, especially from the beginning of the 20th century to the present day.
The National Gallery of Iceland was founded in 1884 in Copenhagen, Denmark, by Björn Bjarnarson. The collection consisted of donated artwork, mainly by Danish artists. The Alþingishús, where the collections were on show until 1950.
If you want to learn about Iceland's history, the National Museum of Iceland provides an in-depth exploration of the nation’s heritage, featuring artifacts from the Viking age to the 20th century. Art lovers can also visit the Kjarvalsstadir Art Museum, dedicated to the works of Jóhannes S. Kjarval, as well as temporary exhibitions of modern ...
The National Gallery of Iceland, established 1884, is a leading art museum in Iceland. Its collection consists mainly of 19th, 20th and 21st century art, of which many works are landmarks in Icelandic art history. The museum also possesses a fine collection of international art.
The museum’s works were displayed in Alþingi from 1885 to 1950 when it moved to the Museum House on Suðurgata, which it shared with the National Museum of Iceland. The art museum was officially opened there in 1951.
From contemporary art to classic Icelandic works, the art spaces in Reykjavik offer a unique opportunity to explore Iceland's artistic heritage. Many places also showcase international artists and exhibits, making them a must-visit destination for art lovers.
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The National Gallery of Iceland is a national art museum and places the main emphasis on 19th and 20th century art, Icelandic and foreign. It has the most significant collection of Icelandic works in this country and by all the nation's leading artists.
