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Silvia Yapur is an Argentine mixed media artist whose process focuses on intuitively incorporating a variety of materials into her work. A fascination with the Chinese Horoscope, a method of prediction as old as Chinese culture itself, has preceded her practice over the years, leading her to experiment with eclectic ways of portraying the magnificent creatures that are part of this cycle.
In ancient Greek mythology, it was believed that the Moirae sisters were the incarnations of destiny itself. Assigned to ensure that every creature in the world followed their intended natural role, they controlled the metaphorical “thread of life”—known in Spanish as “hilo de la vida”—of all beings from the moment they were born, to the day they died.
El Hilo de la Vida introduces a variety of animal-based portraiture inspired by Yapur’s own fascination with the animal world. Her Ox-Cows and Tiger series present the viewer with texture-rich embroidered works that romantically personify these creatures and their role in nature.
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Gentle and physically-capable, oxen and cows have historically been linked to offerings and sacrifices. Believed to bring forth abundance and prosperity, they embody the act of self-sacrifice for the well-being of others. Powerful and feared, the tiger has historically been linked to imbalance of power, due to its superior strength among creatures. Simultaneously, these beings personify opposite extremes of the human experience: those who self-sacrifice for others, and those capable of taking with no need of giving away. All beautiful creatures, born by the same nature, yet born with opposing natures, exemplifying the essence of life itself.
El Hilo de la Vida installation shots. Photo credit: Michael Lopez.
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El Hilo de la Vida: A solo exhibition featuring works by Silvia Yapur. Curated by Andres J. Mora.
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