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 Satisfies both body and soul |
Briskebyveien 42 Oslo 0259 Norway +47 22 55 7192 |
This art gallery-cum-café is situated in Briskeby, the area between Frognerparken (Vigeland Park) and Slottsparken (the Royal Palace). There are new exhibitions every other week. The art exhibited here can be in any medium, from oil paintings and watercolors to rugs. Regardless of whether the art is to your taste our not, the food in the café certainly will be. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 The work of the Turkish Nerdrum student |
Kirkeveien 49 Oslo 0368 Norway +47 23 33 0295 |
The Turkish-born artist Eser Afacan came to Norway in 1974, and was inspired by famous Norwegian painter Odd Nerdrum to start his own career. Even though his period as a student of Nerdrum's only lasted for six months, it is not difficult to see where his inspiration comes from. Afacan's paintings have received attention from galleries in the USA, Japan and Turkey. In addition to the paintings, there are also drawings and lithographical work for sale. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Arts and crafts in various formats |
Markvn. 42 Oslo 0554 Norway +47 22 38 2398 |
This gallery is on one of the major shopping streets in Grünerløkka, one of the busiest and most colorful parts of the town. During the last decade, the area has proved very attractive to younger people, and this has resulted in lots of small places to eat and drink but also increased housing costs. The gallery concentrates on glass, jewelery, textiles and ceramics. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Trade, handcrafts and history |
Verksgt. 15 Oslo 1353 Norway +47 67 13 0018 http://www.baerumsverk.no/ |
This is a modern shopping centre in a beautiful environment of old buildings and natural scenery. It contains ordinary shops like any shopping arcade, but also workshops for glass-blowing and various other crafts, as well as galleries and museums. It is almost like a park, with a small river running through. There is an exhibition of sculptures that changes as they are sold. There are many places to eat and drink in, and in the summer also an outdoor marketplace. The history of Bærums Verk started in 1603 when a promising trend of iron was found there. Gradually Bærums Verk became the leading ironworks in Akershus. In 1988 the owners received an international architectural prize for "building aesthetics" for this new development. They also have free parking places. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Norwegian and international jewellery design |
Drammensveien 40 Solli Plass Oslo 0230 Norway +47 22 55 9390 |
This gallery is situated next to the busy Solli Plass square and the National Library. The exhibitions of jewellery in gold, silver and platinum (all of which is for sale) are made by Norwegian as well as international jewellery designers. If you are heading back to the centre after your visit here, there are some nice places to stop for a cup of coffee along Drammensveien. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary art and crafts |
Brynjulf Bulls plass 2 Oslo 0250 Norway +47 22 01 5570 http://www.kunsthandverk.no |
FORMAT focuses on contemporary art and crafts, in media as diverse as glass, ceramics, textile, metal and wood. Great designs, high prices. The gallery is located near the old, disused railway station Vestbanen, with the Tourist Information Centre next door. To one side of the square, Aker Brygge attracts scores of shoppers. Rådhusplassen and Akershus Festning on the other side attract visitors with their recreational and historical value. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gallery for graphic design and illustration |
Kongens gt. 7 Oslo 0153 Norway +47 23 10 3630 http://www.grafill.no |
This gallery is run by GRAFILL, a fairly large organization for graphic designers and illustrators. The gallery is on Kongens Gate, but the entrance is on the corner of Rådhusgaten. The exhibition hall is also used for photography and multimedia projects. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary art |
Vestbanen Brynjulf Bulls plass Oslo 0250 Norway +47 22 99 5530 |
This gallery is run by the National Art Academy, who put on two parallel exhibitions of contemporary art every fortnight. This is a good place to see work by young, unestablished artists, especially students, and to catch upcoming trends. The gallery is in the old, disused railway station of Vestbanen, whose future has not yet been decided upon. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Norwegian lithography |
Kristian IV's gt. 13 Oslo 0164 Norway +47 22 03 43 60 http://www.kunstklubben.no |
Kunstklubben (The Art Club) runs this gallery. Kunstklubben is an organisation which aims to present and offer for sale high-quality lithographical works by Norwegian artists. The gallery is situated on Kristian IV's gt., opposite Det Norske TeatretThe exhibitions mainly show works by Norwegian artists, but now and then international artists' work is also shown. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary art |
Hegdehaugsveien 21b Oslo 0303 Norway +47 22 59 8788 http://www.asur.no/ |
This gallery focuses primarily on contemporary art. It is possible to see the work of artists like Ryszard Warsinski, Hugo Aasjord and Mai Cheng Zheng, for instance. The gallery is located next door to the popular pub/café Cafe Lorry. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Both classic and modern art |
Rådhusgt. 26 Oslo 0151 Norway +47 22 41 5477 http://www.galleri-ba.no |
This gallery offers both classic work by Norwegian artists such as Munch, Thaulow, C. Krohg and P. Krohg, as well as work by more modern artists like T. Rittun, G. Krohg, R. Fritzvold, W. Storn, L. Eikaas, I. Sitter, J. Bøe Paulsen, V. Sparre, E. Reitan, P. H. Garman-Vik, Marika Lang and Kjeld Stub. Please note that entrance to the gallery is from Kongens gate. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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New and old Norwegian lithography |
Drammensvn. 30 Oslo 0255 Norway +47 22 44 8586 http://www.galleri-d40.no |
This gallery is located on the busy Drammensveien, and claims to have the widest selection of old and new Norwegian lithography. The basement space is used for separate exhibitions by one artist's work. Kaare Espolin Johnsson, Harald Kihle, Frans Widerberg, Kai Fjell, Erling Enger and Eser Afacan are some of the artists who have had their work exhibited at this gallery. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old and modern art for sale |
Elisenbergveien 4 Oslo 0256 Norway +47 22 12 3920 http://www.galleri-gude.no/ |
This gallery is situated in Frogner, on a side street to Bygdøy Allé. The gallery exhibits old and more recent works of art, all of which are for sale. They also undertake restorations and offer valuations of older work. If you have enough time this is a good starting point for a stroll around this green part of the city. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Three-dimensional art |
Kirkegaten 1-3 Oslo 0153 Norway |
The Norwegian Sculptors' Association established this gallery with the aim of showing three-dimensional art, be it installations, video art or more traditional sculptures. Their office also maintains an archive with slides and information on nearly 300 different sculptors. The gallery is situated next to Frognerparken. The Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art, the Contemporary Art Museum and a lot of other galleries are all located in the vicinity. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Norwegian and international artists |
Niels Juels gt. 50 Oslo 0257 Norway +47 22 43 4422 |
This gallery is just a 15-minute walk from National theatret underground station, on a quiet street off the rather busy Bygdoy Alley. The gallery's ambition is to exhibit Norwegian and international artists of a very high quality. International artists such as Picasso, Tapies and Miro, Norwegians Tveter, Weidemann and Sitter have had works exhibited here. If you are not too happy about walking in the heavy traffic around here, several buses will take you back to the city centre. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small gallery in Skarpsno |
Bjørn Farmannsgt. 6 Oslo 0271 Norway +47 22 55 3588 |
This gallery is situated in a quiet part of the city, even though it is close to the centre. The easiest way to find it is by walking through Aker Brygge and continuing along Munkedamsveien where the heavy traffic continues out of town. After 5-10 minutes, Bjørn Farmannsgate will be on your left-hand side. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small gallery in a cosy part of the city |
Norderhovgt. 30 Oslo 0654 Norway +47 22 67 4946 |
This gallery is in an old house in Kampen, one of the most charming parts of the city. Small wooden houses surround the church at the top of the hill. If you walk towards the west, you will find Kampen Park from where you can enjoy a lovely view of the city. The easiest way to reach Kampen and this charming gallery is to get the underground to either Tøyen or Ensjø. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Norwegian contemporary art |
Hieronymus Heyerdahls gate 1 Oslo 0160 Norway +47 22 42 0111 http://www.galleri-nordstrand.com |
This gallery is situated to the right of the Town Hall, looking from the harbour; slightly confusing, as Nordstrand is also a southern suburb of the city. The exhibitions are temporary, and cover everything from ceramics to oil paintings. Check website for exhibition listings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Large collection of contemporary lithography |
Kongens gate 24 Oslo 0153 Norway +47 23 35 8940 |
This is one of many galleries in Kvadraturen, the lively area that was the centre of Oslo until the nineteenth century. The gallery presents contemporary lithography. There are about ten new exhibitions each year, and it is not a problem for the gallery to find work for so many shows, as they are in possession of the largest collection of contemporary lithography in Norway. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary art, varied in both shape and expression |
Dronningens gate 27 Postboks 181 Sentrum Oslo 0102 Norway +47 22 42 7240 |
This gallery is run by an organization for artists who live and work in Oslo. During the year, the exhibition programme is varied; both separate and group exhibitions are organized by members. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nordic and international contemporary art |
Kr. Augusts gate 21 Oslo 0164 Norway +47 22 11 1076 |
This gallery is one of two on this street that specialise in Nordic and international contemporary art. Maybe that is a good reason to visit them both? Galleri Riis has contracts with artists like Tom Sandberg, Per Maning and Signe Marie Andersen, and is highly recommended. Normally, there is a new exhibition every month; contact the gallery for further, detailed information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Vebjørn Sand's gallery |
Helgesens gt. 12 Oslo 0553 Norway +47 22 43 6290 http://www.gallerisand.com |
This gallery belongs to Vebjørn Sand, one of the more versatile and creative artists in Norway. Vebjørn Sand's paintings are classical and figurative, therefore very popular in Oslo, and to a certain extent abroad. Sand has also had a number of outdoor installation projects and became widely known for his wintry installation Trollslottet. Contact the gallery for details of opening hours. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary oil paintings |
Drammensveien 70c Oslo 0271 Norway +47 22 55 5550 http://www.gallerisemmingsen.com |
This is one of many galleries located either on Drammensveien itself or on its side streets. The exhibitions mainly concentrate on contemporary oil paintings, by artists such as Thomas Knarvik, Liv Heier, Unni Lund, Morten Thoresen, Christopher Rådlund, Tor Arne Moen, Hilde Vemren, Stig Andresen or Anne K. Stangeland. There are also some lithographs exhibited by artists like Terje Resell, Terje Risberg, Carl Nesjar, Charlotte Bergesen, Ørnulf Opdahl and Unni Lund. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sales exhibition of old and new Norwegian art |
Cort Adelers gate 2 Postboks 2332 Solli Oslo 0201 Norway +47 22 43 1070 http://www.galleri-steen.no |
This gallery is mainly an exhibition for the sale of old and more recent work. Cort Adlers gate is the last street to the left before Drammensveien reaches Solli Plass. It is not a particularly long walk from the centre of the city, but if you prefer not to walk there are plenty of buses and trams that pass by. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Norwegian and international art for sale |
Kr. Augusts gt. 12 Oslo 0164 Norway +47 22 11 1211 |
This gallery primarily concentrates on older Norwegian and international art, in addition to contemporary figurative art. It is situated at less than a five-minute walk from Karl Johans Gate. If you fancy a bite to eat during the short walk, you could consider a stop at Kaffistova, where the traditional menu perhaps complements the gallery's traditional profile. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The little red cottage |
Sandakerveien 2 Oslo Norway +47 93 00 88 55 http://www.honselovisashus.no |
According to local folklore the cottage is believed to have been the home of Hønse Lovisa, a courageous and generous woman from the play 'The Child' written by Oskar Braaten in 1911. Hønse Lovisa was characterized as a matriarch, who took it upon herself to care for the children of women who went to work in the factories that surround the river. It is now run by a local art collective who exhibit their work inside the cottage. It is a perfect place to rest your legs and buy a tasty snack, before continuing your journey along the Akerselva River. -Rosie Collyer Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary Icelandic art and nice café |
Leirfallsgt. 6 Boks 2097 Grünerløkka Oslo 0505 Norway +47 22 71 4675 |
This is one of the many new galleries in Grünerløkka. It is situated in the southern part of the area, with its entrance on Markveien. The gallery is packed with contemporary art from Iceland, in the form of paintings, ceramics, textile and glass. A new exhibition opens every third Saturday. Inside the gallery there is a nice and cozy café with a vegetarian menu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Central cultural church |
Hausmannsgate 14 Oslo 0506 Norway +47 22 99 3450 http://www.kkv.no |
Deprived of its finest gems, including the altarpiece by Eilif Petersen, a statue in carved wood and the silver cross decorating the pulpit, the church was abandoned within its lively frame of the Aker river, the Anker bridge and the heavy traffic on Hausmannsgate. On 18 February 2000, Jakob was re-inaugurated as a Cultural Church. The concept belongs to Kirkelig Kulturverksted, a small record label that publishes Norwegian crossover music in an open-minded and vaguely Christian vein. There are art exhibitions, live acts and so on, and it can also be rented for private arrangements. Jakob can no longer be used for official Church rituals, but people who like to stay up late can attend services here at 10p every Sunday. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Art for sale |
Tromsøgt. 5b Oslo 0565 Norway +47 23 23 4150 http://www.kunstverket.no |
This gallery is found in Rodelokka, a small part of the city where a lot of the old wooden houses are still intact after years of conservation work. KunstVerket sells work by 280 Norwegian artists in all fields including lithography, ceramics, textile and sculptures. The tram going in the direction of Sinsen will take you there. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Comprehensive gallery on two floors |
Kjeld Stubs gate 3 Oslo 0160 Norway +47 23 31 0240 http://www.kunstnerforbundet.no |
This gallery is located next to the Town Hall and contains new exhibitions each month. Each show normally consists of work by two or three artists, within different media such as textiles, metal, lithography and drawings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Well established museum of modern art |
Wergelandsveien 17 Oslo 0167 Norway +47 22 60 7423 http://www.kunstnerneshus.no/ |
Kunstnernes Hus was built in 1930 by Norwegian architects Blakstad and Munthe-Kaas, and represents a central trend in Norwegian architecture. The four exhibition rooms are solely used for temporary exhibitions of Norwegian and international contemporary art. One of the greatest events of the year is the Annual National Autumn Show, where a jury selects the exhibitors in the show from artists (and would-be artists) from all over the country. At the entrance you will find the popular restaurant Arcimboldo, with a nice view of Slottsparken.. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Norwegian and international art up to 1945 |
Universitetsgaten 13 Postboks 8157 Dep Oslo 0033 Norway +47 22 20 0404 http://www.nasjonalmuseet.no |
The National Gallery contains a stunning collection of pre-war art. Many of Norway's most famous paintings are on permanent display here, such as Tidemand and Gude's Brudeferd i Hardanger and several paintings by Munch, including The Scream and Madonna. A smaller part of the museum is devoted to French painters like Delacroix and Picasso. Admission is free. In addition to the permanent collection the museum arranges regular temporary exhibitions for an admission fee as well as seminars and guided tours. There is a small museum shop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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National centre for design, architecture and living environment |
Hausmanns gate 16 Oslo 0182 Norway +47 23 29 2630 http://www.norskform.no |
As the national centre for design, architecture and lifestyle, Norsk Form aims to be in dialogue with experts, authorities and the business community, as well as with the public. The temporary exhibitions give both a contemporary and a historical perspective on our own views about our surroundings. Lectures are also given on specific occasions during the season. Cafe Falsen offers tasty meals and refreshments. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oslo's cathedral |
Stortorget 1 Oslo 0155 Norway http://www.kirken.oslo.no |
Consecrated in 1697, many of the Cathedral's contents date back to that time. Restored between 1849 and 1850 by Alexis de Chateauneuf, architect of the Trefoldighetskirke, further work was done on the structure in 1948-50. The cathedral is located close to Stortorget in the centre of town. King Harald and Queen Sonja were married here, as were Crown Prince Haakon Magus and Mette-Marit. The cathedral is also used for concerts and the crypt houses exhibitions. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Photo: Daniel Milner |
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 Photo: Brian Aslak |
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Temporary exhibitions of contemporary art |
Rådhusgt. 19 Oslo 0158 Norway +47 22 42 3265 http://www.oslokunstforening.no |
This is the oldest gallery in Oslo, situated in one of the oldest houses in the Kvadraturen area. During the year, many varied shows are organised within the fields of drawing, painting, photography, lithography, textile, collage and sculpture. There is usually a new exhibition every month. Review © 2007, Wcities |
