TBS Gallery, located in the heart of Frogner, Oslo, is a must-visit destination for art lovers. Featuring the work of renowned sculptor and painter Tore Bjørn Skjølsvik, this art centre offers an exciting variety of exhibitions and cultural events throughout the spring, summer, and autumn months.
Discover TBS Gallery: A Unique Art Centre in Oslo
The gallery is housed in a villa and a former stable, surrounded by a lush sculpture garden. Located near the Royal Palace, visitors can enjoy a short, scenic walk through the palace gardens, just a fifteen-minute stroll from the harbour.
Sculptures and Paintings on Display
TBS Gallery showcases a wide array of works, including Skjølsvik's famous equestrian sculptures like Into the Future, depicting a horse and rider in bronze. Other highlights include sculptures of Norwegian kings Olav V and Harald VII, as well as statues of polar explorers Fridtjof Nansen and Roald Amundsen.
Exploring Norwegian Icons
In addition to sculptures, the gallery also features casts of iconic Norwegian figures such as Nobel Prize-winning author Knut Hamsun and playwright Henrik Ibsen. Visitors will also find paintings and sculptures depicting archetypal Norwegian characters like Sildekona (The Herring Woman), celebrating the country’s rich cultural history.
Some of the sculptures and paintings are on permanent display, while others are for sale.
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