2. Bakersvenden - The Baker’s Boy
This is one of two wooden sculptures in the town centre. “Bakersvenden” can be found outside one of the cafés in the pedestrian zone. Who created the sculpture? The sculpture was created by local sculptor, author and painter Ståle Botn (b. 1945). He takes much of the inspiration for both his sculptures and writings from the Viking Age.
About “Bakersvenden” “Bakersvenden” portrays a young Viking boy carrying a basket of bread. Made from Danish elm, the sculpture was unveiled in 2002. Elm is a very hardy material once it has undergone a drying process.