The sculpture Sólfar (Sun Voyager) by the artist Jón Gunnar
Árnason (1931–1989) is a modern sculpture made to resemble a
Viking ship. It is situated at the waterfront near the old harbor
of Reykjavík City Center on the street Skúlagata. Viking ship is a
collective term for ships used during the Viking Age (800-1100) in
Northern Europe. The ships are normally divided into classes based
on size and function. For some of the tourists the ship reminds
them of a big insect with 10 legs when they look at it from a
certain view.The artist was fascinated by the
sun and his work was in many ways influenced by it. The sculpture
was unveiled in 1990. Standing by this sculpture during
sunset, is an unforgettable moment. For more photos see:
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