The David Collection, Copenhagen

If you are passionate about applied arts & fine arts, visit the David Collection on your trip to Copenhagen. This is a private collection of C.L. David who was a lawyer, businessman and art collector.

The museum is particularly noted for its collection of Islamic art from the 8th to the 19th century, which is one of the largest in Northern Europe. Additionally, it holds fine and applied art from Europe in the 18th century and the Danish Golden Age as well as a small collection of Danish early modern art. All the works of art in the collection of Danish early modern art were acquired by C. L. David himself.

The museum is located in a neo-classical building in 30 Kronprinsessegade in central Copenhagen, overlooking Rosenborg Castle Garden. From 2006 to 2009 the collection was closed to the public while the premises underwent a major refurbishment and rearrangement. When it reopened on 15 May 2009, it was described as "the most exclusive museum in Denmark" in the national Danish newspaper Politiken.

Why You Should Visit:
One of the most cohesive & awe-inspiring gatherings of complementary and contrasting objects!
Even if Islamic art is not your thing, you can simply go for the beauty that is amassed in every display.

Tip:
Start at the top floor going down and allow a few hours – you will need time if you plan on reading the amazing in-detail descriptions on the iPad they supply.