The Mystery of Vanishing | Katoamisen mysteeri

This original artwork explores the profound silence of the Finnish winter forest—a place where the boundaries between the self and the landscape begin to dissolve. 'The Art of Vanishing' is not about being lost; it is about the deliberate act of merging with the white stillness. Part of a series exploring parallel realities, this piece captures the moment of transition where a human figure becomes an echo in the snow. It is a companion piece to 'The Universe is Listening,' shifting the focus from cosmic observation to the intimate experience of becoming invisible.

"Part of the 'Parallel Realities' series, this work serves as a companion piece to 'The Universe is Listening.' While its counterpart focuses on the cosmic observation, this piece explores the essence of vanishing—the moment where the self merges with the unseen. The figure is not merely in the woods; she is becoming part of the mystery that the world refuses to reveal. A study of solitude, presence, and the thin veil between being and disappearing." Both works have been exhibited, among others, in the artist's solo exhibition 'Nobody' at P-gallery Pori, Finland.

Authenticity & Technical Details

• Collection: Part of the Parallel Realities series – a lifelong exploration of the unseen dimensions.

• Medium: acrylic on canvas

• Technique: A unique fusion of classical painting layers 

• Dimensions: 100 x 120 cm /  39.4 x 47.2  inches; depth 4 cm / 1.57 inches

• Year: 2023

• Signature: Hand-signed by Syrilla Valtokivi on the front

• Certificate of Authenticity: A physical, signed certificate is included with the purchase to document provenance and the artistic process.

• Framing: Sold unframed, edges painted. Ready to hang.

Meet the Artist

Syrilla Valtokivi is a professional Finnish visual artist and a member of the Artist Register of Artists' Association of Finland. 

Her work is a lifelong exploration of the boundary between the seen and the unseen—the Parallel Realities. By weaving together classical painting techniques and the innovative logic of Artificial Intelligence, she creates windows into dimensions that remain hidden from everyday perception. Read more about Syrilla’s journey and artistic process.

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