National Museum Oslo Explores Death Through Art in New Exhibition

The National Museum in Oslo has opened an exhibition titled "Don't be afraid. An exhibition about death," which examines how humanity's relationship with death is shaped by technology, religion, and cultural expression. Curated by Geir Haraldseth, the show features nearly a hundred works spanning from antiquity through national romanticism to contemporary art, all drawn from the museum's own collection. The exhibition aims to demonstrate the flexibility in how people think, speak, and relate to death, highlighting the beauty in the universal yet evolving rituals surrounding it. Museum director Ingrid Røynesdal expressed hope that visitors will engage with the exhibition both emotionally and intellectually. The display presents these works in a new context, encouraging reflection on a topic that is both universal and deeply personal.