“Y” by Sislej Xhafa
Located in Hardau Park in the western part of Zurich, this installation invites people to ponder on its various meanings.
The Work
The 15 meter (49ft) tall sculpture, “Y”, by artist Sislej Xhafa stands in a park in the middle of the Zürich-West district. It has already caused some controversy due to its ambiguity. On the one hand, its title “Y” can also be understood in the sense of the question “why”. On the other, it resembles a slingshot, which, based on the Bible story about David and Goliath, can be seen as a symbol of resistance. Not least, however, it also functions as a giant swing – much to the delight of the children from the neighborhood.
Location
Hardau Park in Zürich-West is used by different generations and cultures.
The Creator
Concept artist Sislej Xhafa (born in 1970 in Peja, Yugoslavia) comes from Kosovo and mainly focuses on issues concerning identity and migration.
| Address | Badenerstrasse 372 8004 Zürich CH |
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