Statue of Haakon VII of Norway in Oslo, Bronze monument at June Seventh Square, Oslo, Norway
The Statue of Haakon VII of Norway stands at June Seventh Square outside the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Oslo. The bronze work depicts the king in a forward-leaning posture and rises several meters in height.
The king ruled Norway from 1905 until 1957, shaping a long period of the nation's history. The monument was unveiled in 1972 to mark his 100th birthday.
The statue was created by sculptor Nils Aas, who won a major competition among Norwegian artists. It stands as a symbol of the country's artistic expression in a prominent public location.
The statue sits in a central location with good access to public transportation and is easy to reach on foot. You can stop by at any time and view the work from different angles.
The statue's distinctive forward tilt came from the artist's inspiration after seeing a leaning pole in an artist's studio. This unusual posture sets the work apart from other monuments around the city.
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