Experience the creative intersection of heritage and technology at Hafnarborg. This showcase traces the journey of a unique 1950s typeface originally crafted by Sigrún Guðjónsdóttir and digitally revived by Elías Rúni. Visitors can explore the preservation of Icelandic graphic design history and see how classic artistry finds new utility in the contemporary digital era.
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This exhibition explores the history and digital evolution of a unique typeface designed by Icelandic artist Sigrún Guðjónsdóttir, known as Rúna. Through the lens of graphic designer Elías Rúni, the show examines the preservation of Rúna's distinct lettering from the 1950s and its reinterpretation for contemporary digital use.
Rúna:Script highlights a remarkable chapter in Icelandic design history, focusing on a typeface originally developed by the artist Sigrún Guðjónsdóttir in the late 1950s. The typeface first appeared in the book 'Glaðheimakvöld,' displaying a distinctive rhythm and form that reflects both the artist's hand and the aesthetic spirit of the era. Graphic designer Elías Rúni has now meticulously recreated this work in a digital format, ensuring the preservation of this important creative legacy. The exhibition offers visitors insight into the intersection of research, design, and cultural preservation. By tracing the process behind the typeface’s creation and its modern-day reinterpretation, the display demonstrates how historical forms can find new life and utility in the present. As part of DesignMarch 2026, the project not only celebrates Rúna’s versatile artistic career—spanning ceramics, painting, and illustration—but also makes her signature typeface freely available for contemporary use.
The exhibition is open to the public on specific dates throughout May 2026, with an opening reception held on May 7th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Admission details and general visitor information can be verified through the museum's official website or by contacting the gallery directly for guided tours and school visits.
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