Why go to Oslo? Well, how about the world-famous Vigeland Park, often called the 'Naked People Park'...? Walking between more than 200 life-size robust sculptures, made of granite, bronze, and wrought iron, is a breathtaking experience.
It took Gustave Vigeland (1869-1943) more than 40 years to create his vision of humanity. Nowhere else is the human figure - from baby to old man - depicted so fundamentally. His portrayal of gender and age, male fighting spirit and caring motherhood may seem a bit outdated, but let us not forget the terrible wars that shocked the world in his lifetime.
The battle between good and evil, which dominated the minds of the Second World War, has left a great mark on Vigeland's visual language. The keynote is clear. Everything revolves around an ongoing Survival of the Fittest.
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A young girl skipping over stepping stones in a Darling Harbour pond. A chance to try some panning.
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