Fountain Figure - Oslo, Norway - Philatelic Photographs on Waymarking.com

"The greatest sculptures in the park is the Fountain that has the longest history. The idea of construction of the fountain came in the artist mind since the turn of the century. A project that ressembles the fountain was designed since 1906. Later, in 1919 an impossant granite column became a important part of the plan. In 1924 it was found the perfect location for the future fountain. The 20 tree groups were modelled, and six huge supporting the large vessel were forming a monumental outlook. It took a long time till the fountain was completed, and in 1947 was finally installed. The surface that surrounds the fountain is about 1800 square meters mosaic made of black and white granite."

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"The fountain is one of the best examples in the park of Vigeland’s fascination with the cycle of life. While most eyes gravitate to where the water flows – a centerpiece, held up by six struggling men – it’s the more subtle works at the corners around the base that are most exciting. Each corner shows people sitting in or around trees, representing humankind’s entanglement with nature. Facing the fountain (approaching from the main entrance), the close, right-hand corner shows kids playing and having fun. Move to the close left corner and you see adolescents. While two teenagers glance lovingly at each other, another girl covers her breasts, confused or ashamed about puberty. Circle onward to the far left corner and you see adults with melancholy expressions as life’s bigger stresses take hold. Finally, on the far right, older people mingle with toddlers, signifying that the cycle of life is constantly completed and renewing. Symbolically, you could circle repeatedly around the fountain and see a representation of generation after generation."

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Stamp Issuing Country: Norway Date of Issue: 6-19-1985 Denomination: 3.50 kr - Norwegian krone Color: Multicolor (red, brown, white, purple) Stamp Type: Single Stamp Relevant Web Site: [Web Link]

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