If walking around for a good few hours admiring European art sounds like your idea of a good time, SMK may just be the place for you. It’s not necessarily my favourite museum, or the most impressive collection I’ve seen – but the way this place was designed to be experienced has something of a Danish vibe to it. Maybe something like hygge. So as a leisurely indoor activity this place does not disappoint.
I personally like to check out the major museums in cities I visit, so of course SMK (The National Gallery of Denmark) was on my list. I think the museum shop and cafe are themselves worthy of a visit – I like how good Denmark is at making their cultural spaces attractive and places that are pleasant to really hang out in! The glassy modern extension in the museum building that houses the sculpture gallery is lovely too – you’ll see below where the newer architectural style meets the old. As usual, I’ll let the photos do the talking.

















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Great photos. The marble statutes remind me of the what you would see at the museums in Italy and Greece.
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Simply love the Dutch owls: wonder who the artist is. Amazing shots all!
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Just found the artist:
How Well We Go Together, c. 1614-1662
Adriaen Pietersz. van de Venne
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Ah! I guessed the period but I’d never have guessed the artist! That title suggests he was having more than a little fun. Thank you, Jiji 😀
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Amazing shots, as always!
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I also love the fierce looking skating owls. Thank you for giving us a sampling of the artwork. And the shot of the stairs – at least, I assume that’s your photography – is stunning.
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Beautiful city, your posts bring back memories. I will share.
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Excellent photos. The hanging paper sculptures and plant closeup are my favorites.
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