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University art collection

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The University of Oslo's art collection comprises close to 2000 works: Individual pieces in various techniques, site-specific art, outdoor sculptures and portraits. Here you can explore some of them. 

Search the collection

A selection of our artworks is included in the Digitalt Museum database.

Image may contain: Blue, Building, Azure, Wood, Lighting.

8 unique art works you can easily experience at UiO

Suggestions for interesting art breaks on campus

Art in spaces

Site-specific works that intertwine art, architecture and academic activities

Art in the open

A sculpture trail through UiO's campuses

Portrait galleries

Paintings of people who defined the university

Aula decorations

Edvard Munch's tales about the university and its sciences

About the university art collection

UiO's art collection reflects the university's long history and cultural significance. As Norway's oldest university collection, it seamlessly integrates both historical and contemporary works, remaining relevant to today's students, staff and visitors.

The collection acknowledges the natural place of art at the university, connecting surroundings, history and academic life. Its goals are to facilitate art experiences, create inspiring environments and make art accessible.

Contact

If you have questions, feel free to contact the art collection by email: 

kunstsamlingen@eiendom.uio.no

? Copyright

The artworks on these pages are protected by copyright and are reproduced in agreement with  the Norwegian Visual Artists Copyright Society (BONO).

Works may not be reproduced without legal authorization or permission from the rights holder/BONO.