Erlend Grytbakk Wold Norwegian, 1986

“I lyset fra lyktene” has a way of capturing the feeling of memories—those that sit somewhere between what we clearly remember and what we only half recall. With a mix of watercolor, fabric, and embroidery, the piece has a harmonious yet complex surface that one can almost disappear into.

In the painting, there are simple shapes and small embroidered touches that blend like pieces of a collage. The soft pinks, blues, and beiges flow together, creating a gentle sense of movement. It’s like looking at parts of a memory—familiar but hard to pin down. They are the images that start to take shape when we close our eyes, reminiscing on the past — imperfect, fragmented, long suppressed. And yet, their power leaves an imprint, and they are very much real and present as long we allow them to emerge. As you take it in, you might find yourself thinking about your own past, letting the artwork stir up moments that feel distant but still very much alive.