Unveiling of the New Sculpture “Three Sails” by Professor Adam Smolana
On 5th of November at 2:00 p.m., a ceremonial unveiling of a sculpture by the distinguished artist Professor Adam Smolana will take place in North Park (Sopot School Square, opposite Mamuszki 14).
The project, co-financed under the “Sculpture in Public Space – 2026” programme, is being carried out by the State Art Gallery in Sopot.
Adam Smolana’s work stands 2.2 metres tall and has been made of brushed stainless steel, based on the artist’s original model from the late 1960s. Thanks to the use of 3D scanning technology, the sculpture will be a precise reproduction of the original model.
“Three Sails” reflects Sopot’s seaside character. Its dynamic composition evokes images of sails caught in the wind, movement and open space. At the same time, the sculpture does not literally reproduce a sail, but rather creates an abstract form that can be interpreted in many different ways. This approach was characteristic of Smolana’s work, in which he often employed simplification and synthesis without sacrificing expressive power.
The installation of “Three Sails” in North Park will allow the sculpture to engage directly with its surroundings. The park’s greenery, proximity to the sea and open character of the location will provide a natural setting for this dynamic composition. Rather than competing with the landscape, the sculpture is intended to become an integral part of it and a focal point inspiring further associations with the city’s maritime character.
“Three Sails” will complement the existing collection of sculptures in North Park and enhance the artistic character of this part of Sopot. At the same time, it will serve as a reminder of the legacy of the Sopot School of Art and of the artists who, after the Second World War, helped shape the city’s identity as an important centre of artistic activity.
The project entitled “Adam Smolana’s Three Sails in Sopot’s North Park”, carried out by the State Art Gallery in Sopot, has been made possible thanks to funding from the Polish Sculpture Centre in Orońsko’s own programme, “Sculpture in Public Space – 2026”, financed by the budget of the Minister of Culture and National Heritage.
The project, co-financed under the “Sculpture in Public Space – 2026” programme, is being carried out by the State Art Gallery in Sopot.
Adam Smolana’s work stands 2.2 metres tall and has been made of brushed stainless steel, based on the artist’s original model from the late 1960s. Thanks to the use of 3D scanning technology, the sculpture will be a precise reproduction of the original model.
“Three Sails” reflects Sopot’s seaside character. Its dynamic composition evokes images of sails caught in the wind, movement and open space. At the same time, the sculpture does not literally reproduce a sail, but rather creates an abstract form that can be interpreted in many different ways. This approach was characteristic of Smolana’s work, in which he often employed simplification and synthesis without sacrificing expressive power.
The installation of “Three Sails” in North Park will allow the sculpture to engage directly with its surroundings. The park’s greenery, proximity to the sea and open character of the location will provide a natural setting for this dynamic composition. Rather than competing with the landscape, the sculpture is intended to become an integral part of it and a focal point inspiring further associations with the city’s maritime character.
“Three Sails” will complement the existing collection of sculptures in North Park and enhance the artistic character of this part of Sopot. At the same time, it will serve as a reminder of the legacy of the Sopot School of Art and of the artists who, after the Second World War, helped shape the city’s identity as an important centre of artistic activity.
The project entitled “Adam Smolana’s Three Sails in Sopot’s North Park”, carried out by the State Art Gallery in Sopot, has been made possible thanks to funding from the Polish Sculpture Centre in Orońsko’s own programme, “Sculpture in Public Space – 2026”, financed by the budget of the Minister of Culture and National Heritage.