Art sale taking place in Iðnó today, aimed at aiding refugee children through auctioned artwork
In the heart of Reykjavík, Iceland, a unique art auction is set to take place at the cultural venue of Iðnó on December 17th, from 2-4pm. The event aims to support refugee children, with a variety of artists, including established names and young talents, donating their works for the cause.
One of the artists contributing to the auction is Þorvaldur Jónsson, who has created a specific artwork titled Wolf. The full list of participating artists also includes Guðjón Ketilsson, Marit Trönqvist, Hallgrímur Helgason, Þrándur Þórarinsson, Tinna Þorvalds, Annadóttir, Baldur Helgason, Ernir Eyjólfsson, and Mireja Samper. The auction will even feature artworks created by children.
The purpose of the auction is to raise funds for the welfare and rights of refugee children in Iceland. One of the organizations working towards this cause is Rights for Refugee Children, an Icelandic-based group that focuses on preventing violations of refugee children's rights and ensuring their rights are respected by Icelandic state institutions. The organization also provides legal assistance for refugee children and works on precedent-setting cases. Esther Þorvaldsdóttir is one of the founders of this organisation.
Ásgeir Trausti will provide musical entertainment at the auction, with Sigriður Thorlacius performing at the beginning of the event. One of the highlights of the auction will be the bidding for Jón Sæmundur's Flower Tapestry (Alter Tapestry).
While there is no publicly available detailed information about this specific art auction in Iðnó or the organization named "Rights for Refugee Children" from recent search results, it is worth noting that Iðnó is a well-known cultural venue in Reykjavík, often hosting art, theater, and community events. Various international and Icelandic organizations, including UNICEF and UNHCR, actively support refugee children’s rights and their welfare, often collaborating with local NGOs and cultural initiatives.
For those interested in learning more about this art auction or finding out about other charity events supporting refugee children in Iceland, it is recommended to check official event listings or press releases from cultural centers in Reykjavík, especially Iðnó’s website or social media. Local Icelandic news outlets or community bulletins can also provide announcements. Additionally, contacting refugee support organisations in Iceland might provide valuable insights.
News about the upcoming art auction at Iðnó in Reykjavík on December 17th includes the announcement that it will cover a wide range of art genres, from home-and-garden pieces to lifestyle and news-inspired works. The list of participating artists includes Þorvaldur Jónsson, whose Wolf artwork will be on display, as well as Guðjón Ketilsson, Marit Trönqvist, Hallgrímur Helgason, and others. Moreover, children's artworks will also be featured in the auction, aimed at raising funds for refugee children's welfare and rights, as supported by Rights for Refugee Children.
