…from below.
The Helsinki icons are more recognizable from this angle.
Lantern Carriers…
Published October 31, 2010 Statues 5 CommentsTags: daily photo, emil wickström, finland, Helsinki, lantern carriers, lyhdynkannattajat, photography, photos
Tags: daily photo, emil wickström, finland, Helsinki, lantern carriers, lyhdynkannattajat, photography, photos
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Looks great from this angle. I found a photo at Wikipedia from this sculpture.
I followed the other link provided that was photographed from the other angle. They are naked, though I like their green hat. I hope they don’t get cold…
Have a nice day.
During the winter there can be big icicles around them but year after year they survive.
I love these guys! I have dozens of photos of them. They mean strong Finnish men to me. My grandfather always told me that Finnish men were the strongest and most hardworking and the athe womwn were the most beautiful. Do you think he was biased?