4 Composing a sculpture - Eila Hiltunen and the Sibelius Monument

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A Cultural Oasis

The Didrichsen Art Museum

12 episodes

6 days ago

Art, architecture and nature – three elements that interact in harmony throughout the museum. Art collectors Marie-Louise and Gunnar Didrichsen founded the museum in 1965 as an extension to their private home. Situated by the sea on Kuusisaari island in western Helsinki and surrounded by a sculpture park, it has become one of the most beloved art museums in Finland. This podcast dives into the story of the museum, it’s impressive collection, architecture and changing exhibitions.

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4 Composing a sculpture - Eila Hiltunen and the Sibelius Monument

A Cultural Oasis

33 minutes 22 seconds

3 years ago

4 Composing a sculpture - Eila Hiltunen and the Sibelius Monument

Hear the story of the remarkable career of sculptor Eila Hiltunen and the creation of her magnum opus, the Sibelius Monument. What today is widely considered one of the most popular attractions in Helsinki, by locals as well as tourists, was once opposed to by the public. This episode features behind the scenes anecdotes from Eila Hiltunen’s son Markku Pietinen and stories and insights about the friendship between Eila Hiltunen and the Didrichsen Art Museum founders, as told by Didrichsen family members.

Eila Hiltunen’s 100 year jubilee exhibition takes place at the Didrichsen Art Museum from September 2022 to January 2023.

Credits:

Photo: Otso Pietinen

Music:

Jean Sibelius

Finlandia, Op. 26 No. 7

Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra

Leif Segerstam, Conductor

(p) 1994 Ondine ODE 824-2