C.L. Davids Fond og Samling

Overview

C.L. Davids Fond og Samling is a Danish foundation that owns and operates Davids Samling, a museum in Copenhagen. The foundation's primary purpose is to preserve and expand the collections of Davids Samling and to make them accessible to the public. Additionally, it supports studies that promote Denmark's connections with and understanding of the art and culture of Near Eastern countries, as well as the advancement and appreciation of craftsmanship. The foundation also provides support for other general purposes as determined by its board. Among the various projects supported or initiated by C.L. Davids Fond og Samling are the establishment of the Danish Institute in Damascus in 1995, the publication of the Carsten Niebuhr Library, and a long-standing engagement with the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art. The foundation's activities are guided by its statutes, which outline its objectives and operational framework. The museum, Davids Samling, is centrally located in the historic center of Copenhagen, close to Kongens Have. It houses a significant collection of Islamic art and artifacts from the 7th to the 19th century, as well as European art and artifacts from the 17th and 18th centuries. The museum also features Danish art by artists such as Jens Juel, C.W. Eckersberg, Christen Købke, and Vilhelm Hammershøi. Admission to the museum is free, and it is open Tuesday to Sunday, with extended hours on Wednesdays. The museum is closed on Mondays and certain holidays. The foundation's board consists of Chairman Torsten Hoffmeyer, member Cristina Lage, member Poul Erik Tøjner, member Henrik Wivel, and member Marie-Louise Bech Nosch. The executive management includes Museums Director Kjeld von Folsach and Finance and Economic Director Søren Skov. For inquiries regarding applications to the foundation, they should be directed to Museums Director Kjeld von Folsach. Applications must be submitted in PDF format. C.L. Davids Fond og Samling is an active entity, with its registration number 62575115, and is registered with the Danish Business Authority. The foundation's legal address is Kronprinsessegade 30-32, 1306 København K, Denmark. The foundation's mission and activities are detailed in its statutes, which are publicly accessible. The museum's website provides further information about its collections, exhibitions, and visitor information.