Special Exhibition
What prompts activists to attack famous works of art in an attempt to spotlight the climate crisis? And why do people knock down statues when power changes hands?
In the exhibition Iconoclasm – Art as a Battleground, the Glyptotek tells the story of our tempestuous relationship with art and what compels us to destroy it.
Iconoclasm is not only a phenomenon of antiquity – art is still a battleground: one on which power relations and identities are challenged.
The special exhibition is on view until May 18 2025.
Slow – an evening about destruction
The popular evening event Slow returns to Glyptoteket in 2025!
Immerse yourself in art, talks, conversations, music and food and gain diverse perspectives on the current special exhibitions.
Based on the special exhibition Iconoclasm – Art as a Battleground, we examine the stormy relationship between human and art and what drives us to destroy it.
At Slow you can meet King Amen-em-hat III, hear about the attack on Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux’s ‘La Danse’ as well as deep fakes and cancel culture in the Roman Empire, and enjoy a deconstructed dinner served by former Michelin chef Lasse Askov.
Thursday February 27 5 pm – 10 pm.
Winter Break: Tales from Another World
Put on your headphones and settle down on the blankets in the Winter Garden under the palm trees. We’ll share myths and stories—about Greek gods, strange artists, and forgotten wars. Through these tales, you’ll get to know the Glyptotek’s sculptures. We’ll also provide small creative tasks so you can work with your hands as you listen.
On Tuesdays and Wednesdays (in Week 7 and Week 8), we’ll welcome Signe Danielsen, who will read (In Danish) from her retelling of Gilgamesh – the world’s oldest story about friendship.
Winter Break in week 7 & week 8
10 – 23 February 2025
11:00 – 15:00
Please note that we are open on Monday, February 10th and 17th (normally closed).
Exhibitions
The Glyptotek's exhibitions present artworks and cultural-historical objects.
Season Ticket
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Café
Enjoy a delicious lunch at Picnic overlooking the Glyptotek's beautiful Winter Garden.