Frogner Park is a gem in the heart of Oslo. Wonderfully located just outside the city
center, it is a place for young and old to gather for picnics (with “one time
grills”) and evening strolls. The garden is masterfully decorated by Gustav
Vigeland. During his career, Vigeland made
a deal with the city to cast over 600 figures beautifying Oslo in return for a
great studio and state support. It is an
ideal in public planning. It is loved
and respected by its people; no police necessary, no graffiti present and no
fences need.
Vigeland’s theme for the park represents the cycle of
life. His sculpture is poignant and powerful,
showing all stages of life from birth to death.
The enormity, larger than life scale of his creations, lends itself to
self contemplation. The wide open spaces
throughout the garden leave room for reflection and tranquility.
1 comment:
I thought this park was really cool too when I visited Oslo.
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