Gustav Vigeland was an outstanding figure in the history of architecture not only in Norway, but also on a global scale. He created many sculptural compositions, most of which can be seen in Vigeland Sculpture Park. A house museum dedicated to the life and work of the great sculptor is located a few minutes' walk from the park.
The building was constructed at the beginning of the 20th century on the grounds of Frogner Park. Vigeland moved here in 1924 together with his wife Ingrid. It was here that he created his sculptures, preferring solitude and a calm pace of life. He was rarely seen outside his studio mansion.
Gustav Vigeland died in 1943, and his studio was opened as a museum in 1947. Visitors will be able to fully appreciate the collection, which includes 1600 sculptures, 420 engravings, 12000 drawings and sketches. The master's diaries, his drafts, several thousand letters, a large library, and a collection of photographs related to the sculptor's life and work are also kept here.
The museum is located amid vast green fields, lawns, and trees. After all, this is a park, and you can combine a visit to this informative museum with the picturesque Frogner Park and, of course, pay a visit to the grand Vigeland Sculpture Park.
