Untitled (Lux in tenebris inest)

In this work donated to the Hospice, a candle burns slowly in front of a tiny window, like that of a monk’s cell inside a monastery where all is silent and communication occurs through signs and symbols. A voiceless dialogue with the viewer in which the memento mori of the candle flame which sooner or later will die, is in complete contrast with the photo of the candle itself: if on one hand the photo is a sign of eternity – in fact the term “immortalise” is commonly used in photography – on the other hand the candle is a symbol of transience par excellence. But the question remains: which of the two will prevail?