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32 works across 3 institutions
Copenhagen holds 32 works by Paul Gauguin across 3 institutions, including Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, Statens Museum for Kunst, and Ordrupgaard.
Gauguin abandoned his Paris career as a stockbroker in his mid-thirties to become a full-time painter. After working alongside van Gogh in Arles, he spent his most productive years in Tahiti and the Marquesas Islands, where his bold use of colour and non-Western subject matter directly influenced Matisse and the Fauves.
Collections in this city
Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek
💎 Hidden GemCopenhagen · 20 works on display
+12 more
Statens Museum for Kunst
Copenhagen · 4 works on display
Ordrupgaard
💎 Hidden GemCopenhagen · 8 works on display
About the artist
Paul Gauguin
French · Post-Impressionism / Symbolism · 1848–1903
Gauguin abandoned his Paris career as a stockbroker in his mid-thirties to become a full-time painter. After working alongside van Gogh in Arles, he spent his most productive years in Tahiti and the Marquesas Islands, where his bold use of colour and non-Western subject matter directly influenced Matisse and the Fauves.
Key works
Where Do We Come From? What Are We? Where Are We Going?Spirit of the Dead WatchingTwo Tahitian Women
Frequently asked questions
How many Paul Gauguin paintings are on display in Copenhagen?
Our current data shows 32 Paul Gauguin paintings on display in Copenhagen, spread across the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, the Ordrupgaard, and 1 other venue. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Copenhagen has the most Paul Gauguin paintings?
Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek holds the largest share, with 20 works by Paul Gauguin in Copenhagen.
Where else can I see Paul Gauguin's paintings?
Paul Gauguin's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Paul Gauguin →
Planning your visit to Copenhagen
The Statens Museum for Kunst (national gallery) is in the Østerbro area; the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek is near the Town Hall. Most major museums are free on Wednesdays. The Copenhagen City Pass covers unlimited public transport and free entry to many museums.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.