Asgrimur Jonsson, foremost painter of Iceland, has been pensioned by the Althing (Icelandic Parliament) ... Arts: In Iceland; Arts: In Iceland. 1 minute read. TIME. December 3, 1923 12:00 AM GMT-5.

Kjarval is “pivotal” to Iceland’s art history, says the gallery’s director, Ingibjörg Jóhannsdóttir, who assumed her post six months ago in April 2023.

Iceland may be best known for its stunning natural landscapes — including glaciers, waterfalls, geysers, and hot springs — but a thriving local art and literature scene makes it a cultural hub ...

Iceland’s statue stands at the center of Hvolsvöllur, a small town in South Iceland near Sæmundsson’s birthplace. It was unveiled on August 22nd, a date that would have been Sæmundsson’s ...