Furniture: The collection consists of Norwegian and European furniture from the Middle Ages until today. The main focus of the collection is Scandinavian furniture from the 1900's.
Silver: The main focus of the collection is Norwegian silver from the Middle Ages until today. There are also examples of European silver from the same period.
Ceramics: European and Norwegian ceramics from Greek antiquity until today as well as East Asian porcelain, particularly from China.
Glass: The main focus of the collection is Norwegian glass from 1750 until today, though there are also examples of European glass from Greek antiquity until today.
Textiles: Norwegian and European costume and textiles from 1700 until today. The focus of the collection is European costume and Norwegian woven tapestry.
Posters: Norwegian and international poster art from 1900 until today.
Crafts and Design: During recent years the Museum has focussed its acquisition policy upon contemporary industrial design and contemporary crafts, as well as work from the recent past. A new basis exhibition of work from the 1900's will open in 2005.