Monolith

Comments Please ...

I am not exactly sure what this monument is supposed to represent (or commemorate) - but it makes for an impressive photo-subject.

Leszek, this is called the monolith, created by Gustav Vigeland, cituated in Vigeland Park in Oslo, Norway ... The column, 14.12 meters (46 feet) high carved out of a single block of stone, consists of 121 figures. Modeled by Vigeland in the years 1924-25, it took three stone carvers from 1929 to 1943 to complete the Monolith, just shortly before Vigeland died. The column is completely covered by human figures in relief, singly or in groups. At the bottom there are seemingly inert bodies. Above them figures ascent in a spiral, the movement halting midway and then rising at a fast pace towards the summit which is covered by small children. Various interpretations of the Monolith have been suggested: Man's resurrection, the struggle for existence, Man's yearning for for spiritual spheres, the transcendence of everyday life and cyclic repetition.

 

 

Good angle and really well composed shot. I like the blue tones in this one a lot, looks very good. A nice shot with a good mood.

/Rasmus

Thanks Rasmus, always happy to hear from you ...

Ha, now I know ! Thanks for the explanation !

Leszek, Thank you for the comment ...

I am Norwegian, and have seen the statues in the park several times, but never like this.I think you have shot a unique, artistic and very nice photo! You should sell it to Vigeland Park / Oslo Kommune /who might well use it!

Thanks Gunn, for your kind words of encouragement ... I am extremely glad that a person familiar with the statue and the place thinks I have a good shot of the monolith ... You made my day ...

I have no words for this splendid work of art ( both, statue and photo ) ,

I'm speachless ...

Thanks for your kind words Floriana ...

Great capture of all times, Rejith!! Regards!

Thanks Rakeshji ...

Speedy Gonzales!

Full Credit to him in fact ... Was amazed seeing this work ... Thanks for the visit Pierre ...

A stunning masterpiece, well captured. An invitation for a visit to Oslo. Karl

Thanks for your visit and your kind words ... I was amazed by this masterpiece and it is a place which I will not forget ...