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French-Swiss artist Saype has once again left his mark on the world with the latest instalment of his ambitious project ‘Beyond Walls’.
The artist, known for his larger-than-life land art installations, recently completed Step 20 of the ‘Beyond Walls project at the iconic Great Pyramids of Giza in Cairo, Egypt. This monumental artwork spans an impressive 900 square metres!
Saype’s Beyond Project: Bringing Art to the Great Pyramids of Giza. Image Copyright Saype
What sets Saype’s work apart is not just its sheer scale but also the materials used in its creation. The artist employs biodegradable pigments made from charcoal and chalk, underscoring his commitment to sustainability and environmental consciousness.
Saype’s Beyond Project: Bringing Art to the Great Pyramids of Giza. Image Copyright Saype
The ‘Beyond Walls’ project, initiated in Paris in 2019, has now advanced through 20 steps, reaching Egypt. This ongoing project conveys a powerful message of interconnectedness, with a continuous human chain connecting countries and continents. Inspired by the belief that the world is divided, Saype emphasises, “I am deeply convinced that it is together that humanity will be able to face the various challenges it must overcome.” This conviction gave rise to the desire to spread a positive message of mutual support and global collaboration, symbolically forming the largest human chain ever created.
Saype’s Beyond Project: Bringing Art to the Great Pyramids of Giza. Image Copyright Saype
The Great Pyramids of Giza, with their timeless grandeur, serve as a fitting backdrop for Saype’s latest masterpiece. The artist deliberately chose this iconic location not only for its beauty but also because it symbolises eternity.
Saype’s Beyond Project: Bringing Art to the Great Pyramids of Giza. Image Copyright Saype
By bringing his art to this historic site, Saype has created a powerful juxtaposition of ancient and contemporary, casting a new light on a place steeped in history and legend.
Saype’s Beyond Project: Bringing Art to the Great Pyramids of Giza. Image Copyright Saype
One of the most striking aspects of Saype’s work is its impermanence. As a part of the artist’s vision, the artwork will naturally fade over time, serving as a poignant metaphor for the transient nature of human existence and the passage of time.
Saype’s Beyond Project: Bringing Art to the Great Pyramids of Giza. Image Copyright Saype
Saype’s willingness to embrace impermanence adds a layer of depth to his art, inviting viewers to contemplate the fleeting beauty of the world around them.
Saype’s Beyond Project: Bringing Art to the Great Pyramids of Giza. Image Copyright Saype
Saype’s Beyond Project: Bringing Art to the Great Pyramids of Giza. Image Copyright Saype
