WHERE ART, NATURE, AND PEOPLE MEET

SCULPTURE PARK

The sculpture park at Restad Gård is a place where art takes its place in the landscape and where every step offers new expressions, perspectives, and stories. Here, contemporary and classical sculpture meet in a park environment that constantly changes with the seasons. The park surrounds the entire area around Restad Gård and is open to anyone who wants to walk, explore, and pause.

The sculptures – the heart of the park

The park features a large number of sculptures carefully placed in the natural surroundings. Each work has its own voice, its own expression, and its own relationship to its surroundings. Some sculptures blend into the landscape, while others stand out and raise questions. Together, they create a living outdoor exhibition where art and nature interact in a way that makes each visit unique.

The sculptures are placed along walking paths, in open glades, and near the water, which means that the experience changes depending on which path you choose and what time of day you visit. Here, you have the opportunity to both quickly take in the art and immerse yourself, read up on it, and allow each work to take its time.

  • Self Portrait of Inner Turmoil

    Artist: Jacob Dahlgren
    Material: Enamel paint and steel

    Jacob Dahlgren is a Swedish artist known for his colorful and playful works. He often works with installations, painting, and sculpture, exploring repetition, patterns, and series in his artistry. Dahlgren's works are characterized by a strong geometric aesthetic and a playfulness that often entices the viewer to interact. His art has been exhibited internationally and he is considered one of the most prominent contemporary artists in Sweden.

    The sculpture was also exhibited at Pilane in 2014. Installed at Restad in 2014.

  • Sunflower

    Artist: Jonas Holmquist, Sweden
    Material: Cast iron

    Jonas Holmqvist is a Swedish artist known for his detailed and imaginative works. Holmqvist's art is characterized by an ability to create complex and dreamlike images.

    Made for Restad Sculpture Park. Exhibited in three parts at Pilane in 2010. Installed at Restad in 2011.

  • Star/Longing

    Artist: Mia Fkih Mabrouk, Sweden
    Material: Corten steel and iron, stainless steel pattern.

    Mia Fkih Mabrouk is a Swedish artist who works with painting and illustration. Through her work, she often explores themes such as identity, femininity, and cultural diversity. Mabrouk's art is characterized by a deeply personal narrative and a playful use of color and form. Through her artistry, she strives to create dialogue and reflection on the complexity of society and the individual. Mabrouk has participated in several exhibitions, and her work has been noted for its strong visual presence and emotional charge.

    Mounted on Restad in 2014

  • Horizontal rectangles and the awareness of perfection

    Artist: Jacob Dahlgren, Sweden
    Material: Spray-painted aluminum

    Jacob Dahlgren is a Swedish artist known for his colorful and playful works. He often works with installations, painting, and sculpture, exploring repetition, patterns, and series in his artistry. Dahlgren's works are characterized by a strong geometric aesthetic and a playfulness that often entices the viewer to interact. His art has been exhibited internationally and he is considered one of the most prominent contemporary artists in Sweden.

    The sculpture was also exhibited at Pilane in 2014. Installed at Restad in 2014.

  • Point of View

    Artist: Tony Cragg, UK
    Material: Bronze

    Tony Cragg is a prominent British sculptor, known for his expressive works. He has explored a variety of materials, from bronze and wood to plastic and fiberglass. His art is characterized by dynamic forms and complex structures that often challenge the viewer's perception of materials and space. Cragg was awarded the Turner Prize in 1988, one of the most prestigious awards in British contemporary art, further cementing his position as a leading figure on the international art scene. His work has been exhibited worldwide and he continues to inspire with his artistic creativity and innovation.

    The sculpture was also exhibited at Pilane in 2010. Installed at Restad in 2014.

  • Wall Street

    Artist: Claes Hake, Sweden
    Material: Bohus granite

    Claes Hake is a Swedish artist and sculptor known for his abstract and organic works. He often experiments with different materials and techniques to create sculptures that express movement, energy, and balance. Hake's works can be both large-scale and intimate, and they often explore the relationship between humans and nature. His artistry has been noted for its poetic qualities and ability to create a sense of wonder and reflection in the viewer.

    The sculpture was also exhibited at Pilane in 2012. Installed at Restad in 2013.

  • Funnel

    Artist: Jonas Holmquist
    Material: Cast iron

    Jonas Holmqvist is a Swedish artist known for his detailed and imaginative works. Holmqvist's art is characterized by an ability to create complex and dreamlike images.

    The sculpture was also exhibited at Pilane in 2010. Installed at Restad in 2011.

  • Someone and Someone

    Artist: Eva Rothschild, UK
    Material: Aluminum

    Eva Rothschild is a British artist known for her sculptures and installations. Her work is often characterized by abstract forms and a playful use of materials such as metal, rubber, and textiles. Rothschild's art often explores themes such as identity, spatial perception, and the relationship between art and architecture. Through her artistry, she creates works that challenge the viewer's expectations and invite reflection on existential and social issues. Her artistry has received international attention and she is considered an important voice in contemporary art.

    The sculpture was also exhibited at Pilane in 2011. Installed at Restad in 2011.

  • Lion

    Artist: Laura Ford, UK
    Material: Bronze

    Laura Ford is a British artist known for her sculptures and installations. Her work often explores themes of childhood, horror, and the subconscious. Ford frequently uses materials such as ceramics, bronze, and textiles to create works that are both playful and frightening. Her art is characterized by a surreal aesthetic and a deep understanding of the human psyche. Ford has gained international attention for her unique artistry and is considered one of the most interesting contemporary artists in the UK.

    The sculpture was also exhibited at Pilane in 2010. Installed at Restad in 2011.

  • All those days that came and went

    Artist: Talking Piece, Norway
    Material: Mirror, wood, steel

    Talking Piece is a network of Norwegian artists, architects, designers, craftspeople, and writers who, alongside their regular work, express socio-cultural themes through their objects.

  • Round Möbius

    Artist: Aase Texmon Rygh, Norway
    Material: Black gabbro

    Aase Texmon Rygh was a Norwegian sculptor and a pioneer of modern Norwegian sculpture. She created a number of public artworks in Norway, working in an abstract style that was often based on mathematical principles. She found her style as early as the 1950s, and with her simplified forms she introduced modernism into Norwegian sculpture at a time when naturalism was still strong.

    This is the largest Möbius sculpture the artist has created. Made for Restad in black gabbro from Zimbabwe and exhibited at Pilane in 2023. Installed at Restad in 2016.

  • Three Organic Strings

    Artist: Bård Breivik, Norway
    Material: Stainless steel

    Bård Breivik was a Norwegian artist known for his sculptures and installations. He often explored geometric forms and the relationship between art and architecture. Breivik had a distinctive style that combined simplicity with complexity, and he was known for creating works that prompted viewers to reflect on spatial and existential questions. His contributions to contemporary art have received international attention, and he is considered one of Norway's most influential artists.

    Mounted on Restad in 2016.

  • Change of Direction

    Artist: Inger Maria Miesenberger, Sweden
    Material: Patinated bronze, Corten steel

    Maria Miesenberger is a Swedish artist known for her paintings and sculptures. She often explores themes such as identity, memories, and relationships through her work. Miesenberger uses a variety of techniques and materials to create works that are both emotionally charged and visually impressive. Her artistry has been recognized for its profound reflections and innovative exploration of human experiences.

    Made for Restad Sculpture Park. Installed in 2016.

  • Floating

    Artist: Kristian Blystad, Norway
    Material: Slate stone

    Kristian Blystad is a prominent Norwegian sculptor known for his skill in combining modern techniques with traditional craftsmanship. He works at the intersection of the rough, the poetic, and the solid. He works primarily with stone and wood, but has also used more unconventional combinations of materials. A recurring theme in his art is torsos and abstracted figure fragments in granite.

    Exhibited at Galleri K, Oslo in 2017. Mounted at Restad in 2021.

  • Weeping Girls / Silent Howlers

    Artist: Laura Ford, UK
    Material: Patinated bronze

    Laura Ford is a British artist known for her sculptures and installations. Her work often explores themes of childhood, horror, and the subconscious. Ford frequently uses materials such as ceramics, bronze, and textiles to create works that are both playful and frightening. Her art is characterized by a surreal aesthetic and a deep understanding of the human psyche. Ford has gained international attention for her unique artistry and is considered one of the most interesting contemporary artists in the UK.

    Previously exhibited at Akershus Fortress, Oslo, in 2016 and at Pilane in 2019. Installed at Restad in 2022.

  • Waldegrave Poodles

    Artist: Laura Ford, UK
    Material: Patinated bronze

    Laura Ford is a British artist known for her sculptures and installations. Her work often explores themes of childhood, horror, and the subconscious. Ford frequently uses materials such as ceramics, bronze, and textiles to create works that are both playful and frightening. Her art is characterized by a surreal aesthetic and a deep understanding of the human psyche. Ford has gained international attention for her unique artistry and is considered one of the most interesting contemporary artists in the UK.

    Previously exhibited at Akershus Fortress, Oslo, in 2016 and at Pilane in 2019. Installed at Restad in 2022.

  • Dancing Clog Girls

    Artist: Laura Ford, UK
    Material: Patinated bronze

    Laura Ford is a British artist known for her sculptures and installations. Her work often explores themes of childhood, horror, and the subconscious. Ford frequently uses materials such as ceramics, bronze, and textiles to create works that are both playful and frightening. Her art is characterized by a surreal aesthetic and a deep understanding of the human psyche. Ford has gained international attention for her unique artistry and is considered one of the most interesting contemporary artists in the UK.

    Previously exhibited at Akershus Fortress, Oslo, in 2016 and at Pilane in 2019. Installed at Restad in 2022.

  • Red Spiral

    Artist: Geir Stormoen
    Material: Lacquered steel

    Geir Stormoen is a Norwegian artist known for his paintings and sculptures. His work is often characterized by abstract forms and vibrant color palettes that explore the relationship between light, shadow, and movement. Stormoen has a unique ability to create works that entice the viewer to explore deeper emotional and existential themes. Through his artistry, he has gained international attention and is considered one of the most significant contemporary artists in Norway.

    Made for Restad Sculpture Park, installed in 2023.

  • Pendulum

    Artist: Anna Fasshauer, Germany
    Material: Lacquered aluminum

    Anna Fasshauer is a German artist known for her sculptures and installations. Her work is often characterized by abstract forms and a playful use of materials such as metal and fiberglass. Fasshauer's sculptures are known for exploring movement and changeability, and they can create a strong presence in the space they occupy. Her artistry has received international attention and is considered groundbreaking in contemporary art.

    Mounted on Restad in 2023.

  • Endless

    Artist: Kent Karlsson, Sweden
    Material: Lacquered steel

    Kent Karlsson is a Swedish artist and sculptor. He is known for his sculptures, which are often made of wood and iron and express simplicity and purity. His works are influenced by nature and its forms, and they often explore the relationship between humans and nature. Karlsson is also known for his public artworks, which can be found in places such as schools and hospitals throughout Sweden. His artistry has been recognized for its powerful expression and significance.

    The sculpture was also exhibited at Pilane in 2022. Installed at Restad in 2023.

  • Around and Around

    Artist: Hans Gothlin, Sweden
    Material: Corten steel

    Hans Gothlin is a Swedish artist known for his paintings and sculptures. His works often explore the relationship between nature and humans, and are characterized by a poetic and expressive aesthetic. Gothlin uses various techniques and materials to create works that express deep feelings and reflections on the mysteries of existence. His artistry has attracted attention both nationally and internationally for its powerful and evocative nature.

    The sculpture was also exhibited at Pilane in 2022. Installed at Restad in 2023.

  • Earth

    Artist: Ida Koitila, Finland
    Material: Patinated bronze

    Ida Koitila is a Finnish artist known for her sculptures and installations. Her work often explores the relationship between space, light, and materials. Koitila's art is characterized by a minimalist aesthetic and deep philosophical thought. Using simple forms and natural materials, she creates works that invite the viewer to reflect on existential questions and the human experience. Her artistic contributions have received international attention and she is considered one of the leading contemporary artists in Finland.

    The sculpture was also exhibited at Pilane in 2020. Installed at Restad in 2024.

  • Inside In

    Artist: Hans Gothlin, Sweden
    Material: Corten steel

    Hans Gothlin is a Swedish artist known for his paintings and sculptures. His works often explore the relationship between nature and humans, and are characterized by a poetic and expressive aesthetic. Gothlin uses various techniques and materials to create works that express deep feelings and reflections on the mysteries of existence. His artistry has attracted attention both nationally and internationally for its powerful and evocative nature.

    The sculpture was also exhibited at Pilane in 2023. Installed at Restad in 2023.

  • Near me

    Artist: Hans Gothlin, Sweden
    Material: Corten steel

    Hans Gothlin is a Swedish artist known for his paintings and sculptures. His works often explore the relationship between nature and humans, and are characterized by a poetic and expressive aesthetic. Gothlin uses various techniques and materials to create works that express deep feelings and reflections on the mysteries of existence. His artistry has attracted attention both nationally and internationally for its powerful and evocative nature.

    The sculpture was also exhibited at Pilane in 2023. Installed at Restad in 2023.

  • SCULPTURE WALK

    Enjoy works of art in a scenic environment.

    Perfect for a relaxing walk after a day of many decisions, impressions or knowledge-building conference, or perhaps together with other art-interested friends.

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  • HISTORICAL WALK

    Join us on a fascinating history walk through Restad Gård's ancient history!

    Discover the farm's exciting past and its significance throughout the ages, from its early days to its modern use today. On this tour, you will hear stories about the people who lived and worked here, the development of the historic buildings, and the place's important role in society.

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