Einar Jonsson

Across the street from the Hallgrimskirkja is a museum devoted to the work of Icelandic sculptor Einar Jonsson.

Although the museum was closed, a sculpture garden containing bronze casts of Jonsson's work (Jonsson worked primarily in plaster and the casts were done after his death) was accessible.

The garden contained numerous examples of his work. Some were clearly commissioned pieces for others. Although the craft was there, they were nowhere near as interesting as some of the pieces that Jonsson did to explore his faith and mortality. These pieces (notably one called "Skuld" (Fate)) and "Thor Wrestling with Old Age") were a little macabre yet emotionally powerful works.

Skuld (detail)

Thor Wrestling with Old Age 

Sculpture with Jonsson Museum & Hallgrimskirkja in background