The artist Johan Thurfjell is inspired by the mission set out in Alfred Nobel’s will ‘reward the discoveries that have conferred the greatest benefit to humankind’.
The candle becomes a beacon to this purpose. The burning flame acts as an activator of memory, the light becomes a substitute for the person or people you want to remember or give extra consideration to.
The light is projected large on a wall in the Old Town, visible to all who pass by.
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Johan Thurfjell
Johan Thurfjell was born in 1970 in Solna, Stockholm but lives and works in Tullgarn outside Vagnhärad.
Thurfjell is known for his poetic and evocative works. His latest work projected drawings onto walls using candles. He has exhibited works of art around the country in a large number of places, such as several art museums and cathedrals.
Nobel Week Lights
Art lighting up Stockholm
Read about Nobel Week Lights, a free light festival taking place in Stockholm during the darkest time of the year.