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Over the years, we have had the privilege of accompanying Ylva Snöfrid on an artistic journey that is both introspective and expansive. Part of her series Cosmos Vanitas, this latest exhibition Jungfraujoch – High Altitude Paintings takes us beyond the gallery walls to the stark elevations of Jungfraujoch, the second highest viewing point in Europe. Here, Snöfrid’s artistry merged with the atmosphere - the result are a series of celestial maps that chart the intimate terrains of our existence.
At the heart of Ylva’s narrative is the concept of ‘Vanitas’, a motif that has historically served as a reflection on the transience of life. In her adaptation, these themes are not simply portrayed but are lived and breathed. Each brushstroke carries the weight of altitude; each color choice mirrors the vibrancy of life persisting in the face of inevitable change.
Simultaneously, Ylva, who is often well rememberd for her performance mastery, has another treasure to uncover for us: the exhibition coincides the imminent release of Ylva’s book. This promises to be a visual diary that encapsulates over three years of her creative journey and research. Through its pages, we’re granted a glimpse into the daily rhythms that pulsed through her as she created the Cosmos Vanitas series. The book stands as a testament to the process, an artifact in itself that extends the narrative beyond the visual, offering context and connection.
In this exhibition, we witness a convergence of dualities—from the macrocosm of the universe to the microcosm of individual experience, from the enduring to the ephemeral. Ylva’s high-altitude paintings invite viewers to a contemplative space where we can confront the vastness and the minutiae of our place in the cosmos.
As we present Jungfraujoch – High Altitude Paintings at CFHILL, we are reminded
that art is not a one-dimensional experience but a multidimensional dialogue that spans time, space, and consciousness. We are honored to share Ylva Snöfrid’s latest chapter, where each canvas becomes a constellation and her book a guide to the stars of her inner universe.
