Loan Art – eMuseum

Borrow Art

Every year, the Danish Arts Foundation buys works created by the very best Danish contemporary artists and artisans in order to lend them to hospitals, high schools and many other institutions. The collection contains art of every kind – from experimental prints and stories told through photography to colourful paintings, striking sculptures and art you can walk on, drink from and warm yourself by.

Apply to borrow art

You can apply to borrow art from the Danish Arts Foundation if you are/represent a public institution open to members of the general public. Examples include city halls, hospitals, schools, NGOs and embassies.

Applying is easy

Fill in the application form. State why you would like to borrow art, where you want to place it, and attach photos of the intended location.
Submit your application within one of the two annual deadlines
You will receive an answer to your application within twelve weeks
If your application is successful, you will be offered one or more works of art that can be enjoyed at your location for at least ten years, maybe more
The Danish Arts Foundation covers all shipping and handling costs associated with getting the art to you.

Read more about how to borrow art from the Danish Arts Foundation – or apply to borrow art now if you’re ready.

Be inspired

Read on as some of those who have received art from the Danish Arts Foundation share their thoughts on the process and the impact that having art at their institution has on its staff, users and visitors – perhaps you and your institution will be inspired to send your own application.

Below you can explore the collection of art available to borrow right now.