“Micro-sculptures inspired by the Northern lights”, Italian jewels on display

(January 3, 2016) In connection with the 11th edition of the Arctic Frontiers Conference, to be held in Tromsø from 22nd to 27th January 2017, the Italian Embassy have organized the exhibition “Micro-sculptures inspired by the Northern lights”. The exhibition, organized in partnership with the Oslo Italian Cultural Institute, it will open on Tuesday 17th January at 18.30 hrs at the IIC headquarters (Oscars gate 56, Oslo). The micro-sculptures are realized by Italian jewellery artists, Patrizia Fratta and Teresa Arslan. Made with semi-precious materials like silver, bronze and copper an characterized by original forms and design, the micro-sculptures are inspired by the unique phenomenon of the Northern lights. The exhibition, in addition to the micro-sculptures, includes also prints on canvas and paintings. The initiator of the exhibition is photographer, curator and journalist, Ada Grilli, who is interested in Arctic issues and involved in Arctic activities. (PO / Red)