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The works of Hansína Jensdóttir have gained recog-
nition for their bold finish and style. Hansína’s
father, the renowned artist Jens Gudjónsson, has
influenced her work, but Hansína has certainly devel-
oped her own personal style, both in her creation of
jewellery and sculptures – each piece has its own
character. What differentiates Hansína’s jewellery
The Djúpivogur Cultural Centre, on the tip of Berufjördur
(East Fjords), is located in one of the town’s oldest build-
ings, called Langabúd. This is one of the most important
stops a visitor to the East Fjords should make to gain a
sense of the region’s heritage.
There are some very intricate and beautifully crafted
pieces in the cultural centre’s collection, including sculp-
tures and woodcarvings by prolific artist, Ríkardur
Jónsson. The significance of Ríkardur Jónsson’s work is
well appreciated by the artistic community in Iceland and
some of his works can be found in the National Museum
of Iceland’s collection. However, the Djúpivogur Cultural
Centre has by far the largest and most informative exhib-
it dedicated to this artist.
The central part of the building holds an interesting col-
lection of artefacts dedicated to the memory of Eysteinn
Jónsson, a well known and respected politician in his time who was born in Djúpivogur. Eysteinn Jónsson is one of the longest
serving politicians in Icelandic history and his career spanned the most transforming period in the nation’s history, during which
Iceland became a modern and technologically adapted society. It is well worth a visit to his memorial collection.
A women’s workshop is located on the premises and this handicraft workshop produces some charming souvenirs. Add to that
the fact that the centre also has a coffee shop, and you could easily spend an interesting afternoon there. JMcC
The Djúpivogur Cultural Centre, tel. (+354) 478-8220.
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from others is the “raw and almost reckless style, a method of improvis-
ing that allows her artistic abilities free reign,” say her admirers.
You can find examples of Hansína’s craft at Gullsmidja Hansínu Jens, a
boutique located in downtown Reykjavík.
Gullsmidja Hansínu Jens, Laugavegur 20b, 101 Reykjavík,
tel. (+354) 551-8448. Open Mon. to Fri. from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.,
Sat. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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