The artist was inspired by the Norwegian explorer, scientist, diplomat and humanitarian Fridtjof Nansen. Nansen was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1922 “for his leading role in the repatriation of prisoners of war, in international relief work and as the League of Nations’ High Commissioner for refugees.”
The installation is placed by itself far out in the cold waters surrounding Stockholm.The light illuminating the space it shelters has an almost daylight quality. The project is directly inspired by the current refugee situation in Europe.
Nobel Week Lights
Lighting up Stockholm during the darkest time of the year, Nobel Week Lights is an outdoor light art festival accessible for everyone.
Daniel Rybakken
Norwegian designer and artist Daniel Rybakken started Studio Daniel Rybakken in 2008 in Sweden and has since then become one of Scandinavia’s most highly awarded and internationally acclaimed designers. He is known for his work with light and the artificial recreation of natural light.
In 2014 Rybakken became the first Scandinavian designer to receive the Compasso d’Oro; Italy’s oldest and most prestigious design award. In 2017 he was the recipient of the world’s largest design prize; the Torsten and Wanja Söderberg Prize in Sweden.
Nobel Week Lights
Art lighting up Stockholm
Read about Nobel Week Lights, a free light art festival taking place in Stockholm during the darkest time of the year.