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Discover how function and form combine in this tribute to the everyday objects around us and the beauty of their design.

Cologne’s Museum für Angewandte Kunst (Museum of Applied Art) is home to a variety of objects spanning almost a thousand years of history. These highly decorative objects all have some sort of practical usage, and offer a fascinating insight into the development of society over the years.

The earliest pieces date from the Middle Ages, with the most modern coming from this decade. The museum does an excellent job of putting the displays in their historical context, teaching visitors about discoveries around the world and how they have influenced the items we use today and their design. The objects on show vary from intricate jewellery, delicate glass and porcelain, to radios and televisions. Household objects such as Tiffany lampshades and Eames chairs feature in the product design exhibition, along with functional Soviet-era technology.

The Museum of Applied Art gives visitors an insight into the people behind the objects, featuring the works of fashion houses, goldsmiths and even painters and photographers.

As one of Cologne’s less well-known attractions, this is a great place to spend an afternoon away from the crowds, where you can really take the time to appreciate the exhibits. There is a small café within the museum, where refreshments are available, and the gift shop offers interesting books and souvenirs related to the objects on display.

The museum is closed on Mondays. Visit the museum’s website for information about opening times and prices, as well as details of any visiting exhibitions. The museum is located centrally, near to Cologne Cathedral. The closest U-Bahn station is Dom/Hauptbahnhof, or paid parking is available under the cathedral itself.

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