Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum - Free Audio Guide

The Vestlandske Kunstindustrimuseum, now part of the KODE Art Museums and Composer Homes, is a historic art museum located in the heart of Bergen, Norway. Founded in 1887, it showcases a rich collection of applied arts, including silverware, furniture, glass, porcelain, and textiles spanning the last 500 years. The museum's impressive building, designed in the neo-Renaissance style by architect Henry Bertram Bucher, survived the devastating Bergen Fire of 1916. Notable attractions include a significant collection of Chinese art and the Bergen Goldsmith's Collection. The museum emphasizes craftsmanship and artistic design, making it a culturally significant destination for art enthusiasts and history lovers alike.