Inner Worlds | Explorer Erling Kagge


The ‘Inner Worlds’ film series visits creatives in the places that inspire them

The Norwegian collector takes us on a journey through extremes and art during a visit to his home in Oslo

Erling Kagge, a veritable Norwegian Renaissance man, can lay claim to an impressive array of titles: author, publisher, lawyer, polar explorer, mountaineer, and art collector, to start. His curiosity – and penchant for risk-taking – has taken him to the most extreme environments on earth, including the North Pole, South Pole, and the summit of Mount Everest, all on foot.

At his home in Oslo, which we visit in this episode of ‘Inner Worlds’, Kagge surrounds himself with works by Jana Euler, Torbjørn Rødland, Martine Syms, and Olafur Eliasson, among others. In the film, Kagge shares insights into the overlap between his adventures and his ventures into art. ‘When I started collecting art, I didn’t have any focus on collecting artists that related to my expeditions, but in retrospect, I’ve collected a lot of art that relates to nature.’ Kagge says in the film. His philosophy extends beyond his acquisition of art to a broader understanding of existence, ‘There are many ways to live a good life. But I think the most important is also the oldest advice – that is to keep your pleasures simple.’

Works from the Kagge Collection, are currently on view at the Kode Bergen exhibition ‘Composition for the Left Hand‘ which was curated by Marta Kuzma and runs through June 9, 2024.

Production
Director: Emilie Norenberg
Director of Photography: Kristian Engelsen
Producer: Rebekka Rognoy
1st AC: Martin Hagen
Sound: Ilay Backe
Editor: Emilie Norenberg
Color: Didrik Braathen
Music: Supervisor Thore Garberg

Nowness
Creative Director: Bunny Kinney
Managing Director: Gavin Humphries
Commissioning Director: Katie Metcalfe
Producer: Noor Miah
Junior Video Editor: Daniel Tsao

Art Basel
Executive Editor: Coline Milliard
Senior Editor: Alicia Reuter
Video Commissioner: Jeanne-Salomé Rochat
Creative Producer: Akiel Gallina

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