These sumptuous galleries showcase the best of decorative art, design, fashion and style.

Scotland Creates volunteer Bethany Lane introduces this distinctive Harris Tweed suit created by iconic fashion designer Vivienne Westwood.

This necklace of interlinking geometric shapes came in three colour combinations of green, blue and white.

Named for the fine blue line that runs along the edges of the light grey faience, and received the inaugural Danish Industrial Design Prize (ID) in 1965.

Lord Krishna - symbol of empathy, understanding, social justice and love

Is it possible to infer the agility or manoeuvrability of a fossil animal from the shape of its labyrinth?

Explore highlights of our Japanese collection, from tiny netsuke to cutting edge designs, superb ceramics to Ainu artefacts.

In 2016, we celebrated 150 years since the magnificent building that houses the National Museum of Scotland first opened to the public. Explore the Museum’s history here.

This box inscribed with the name of Pharaoh Amenhotep II is one of the finest examples of decorative woodwork to survive from ancient Egypt.

Uncover the origins of this stunning specimen of polished igneous rock.

Be inspired by our staff favourites from our collections on display on Level 1, or try and find them all on your next visit.