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 Little Freddy and his fiddle by Hildeal
Norwegian legends and fairy tales are full of references to subterranean or supernatural beings, many of which have the fiddle as a symbolic attribute. The fiddle is an expression of power and strength, it carries the spark of life from nature to mankind, but is sometimes also associated with mortal danger.
The story of Veslefrikk med fela (Little Freddy with the Fiddle), recorded by the two literary folklorists Peder Chr. Asbjørnsen and Jørgen Moe, demonstrates how the madness the fiddler is capable of releasing is all to the good. Veslefrikk is to be hanged, surrounded by the stony countenances of the priest, the bailiff and the curious villagers. With the noose already round his neck, he asks them to grant a final wish. Very well, they chuckle knowingly, there's no reason why he shouldn't play them a tune before he leaves this world. But as soon as he gets hold of his fiddle and draws his first bow, an unbelievable thing happens: nobody can stand still! It is not him, it is the fiddle which forces everyone, high and low, to join in the dance. The playing is hardly of this world. Soon the entire area around the gallows has become one frenzied celebration and Veslefrikk is saved. Leave a Comment
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 fairy tale bridge by Hildeal
Freddy with the Fiddlen Katie Woodencloak(Cinderella) and the White bear king Valemon. Leave a Comment
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 spain monument by Hildeal
The sculpture in Birkelunden is made as a memory of the Spanish sivil war. it wants us to remember the Norwegian people who left to fight for Spain and those who died Leave a Comment
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 tea house by HildealLeave a Comment
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This island is an interesting relaxing place for the inhabitants of Oslo. From Vippetangen you can take the ferry all year long. On the island you'll find hiking routes, old ruins from the monastery and great bathing places. Leave a Comment
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 Olaf Ryes Plass by HildealLeave a Comment
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When I was there in the middle of autumn and I couldn't say that the weather was pretty good then. It was rainy and cold. Too cold... And that rain... Brrrr... So, don't forget to take warm clothes with you. Leave a Comment
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 Church, Oslo, Norway by prleprleLeave a Comment
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 Street Art by EmmjaiLeave a Comment
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