Dansleikur/Dance - Reykjavik, Iceland
Posted by: Groundspeak Charter Member neoc1
N 64° 07.729 W 021° 55.091
27W E 455297 N 7111691
Unusual sculptures outside the Perlan in Reykjavik.
Waymark Code: WMBBTH
Location: Iceland
Date Posted: 05/02/2011
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Outspoken1
Views: 29

One of the must-see attractions in Reykjavik is the Perlan (The Pearl). These huge water tanks dominate a hill above the city. A dome between the tanks contains the Saga Museum, shops and a fine restaurant.

Outside, near the parking area you will find this most unusual figurative sculptures. This a grouping of four dancing musicians was created by Torbjorg Palsdottir (1919-2009). She created these alien-like figures in 1970.
Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Dansleikur (Dance)

Figure Type: Human

Artist Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Torbjorg Palsdottir

Date created or placed or use 'Unknown' if not known: 1970

Materials used: Bronze

Location: Perlan - Reykjavik, Iceland

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