Garpedance Hill, Stage 1(2004-05) Stage 2(2005-06)
Stage 3(2006-07)
Initiator and realizator: Jerzy Przybyl
Project leader: Bertil Dolk
The Garpedance Hill is situated near the town of
Gamleby and is an important Swedish natural
phenomenon. This red granit cliff has always
fascinating the local population.
The area is known for its richdom of legends and
myths that can be traced in many cult places from
different epochs. Many legents speak about the
mythical giant Garpe and other characters intimately
connected with him.
The idea and goal of the project is to create a
scenario inspired by these legends with additions
from my own fantasy world. The scene is that the
giant Garpe has invited his friends from the region
to a big party at his nest on the Garpe Hill. Some
of the friends and musicians have already arrived
while others are on their way. In the meanwhile
Garpe is shopping in his store.
The choosen place is a owergrown viewpoint called
Garpedance Hill ( Garpedansberget) There I have
installed sculptures, all inspired from local
legends ( trolls, elfs, nymphs, snakes, dragons etc)
I have also invented figures. All works are made out
of fibre concrete and are integrated in the wild
nature. My wishes are that the art will grow
together with nature and create a magical space
where nature and art becomes one.
I am convicted that this place will attract many
tourists and inspire children as well as adults.
The projekt Garpedance Hill” is financed by the
local banc, municipality and EU.
