time literally slows down in the swiss hills with GÆG's clock installation

literal time-stopping interacive installation und endlich is mounted on a romantic natural gateway, near fuorcla digl leget, switzerland. the artist duo GÆG comprised of wolfgang aichner and thomas huber installs an enormous clock framed by the spectacular landscape, inviting visitors to experience firsthand how they can influence the motions of the clock, or perhaps time itself. visitors can admire the deceleration and standstill of time on the mountain peaks of the natural architecture.

the artist duo expresses once more the love for nature and art through und endlich

all images courtesy of GÆG

photographs by henning koepke

munich-based wolfgang aichner and thomas huber found global aesthetic genetics or GÆG, in 2005. just like their previous projects such as powerwalk and passage, und endlich translated to and finally in english is approached with humor and originality, while expressing the love of the artists towards mountainous landscapes. in turn, art and nature enthusiasts can take a round trip hike around the swiss rock formations before reaching the giant clock, not far from julier pass.

the work is dedicated to the theme of slowing down time

the intriguing work is dedicated to the theme of slowing down time, and not only. as one continues to approach, the hands of the clock noticeable slow down until the second hand halts completely. by increasing the distance, the hand begins to move once again leaving the time influencer in awe. the ticking changes can be witnessed live worldwide as the artwork is also accessible digitally. the brave hikers on site can also try their luck to grant an interview with the artists, or even spend the night in the guesthouse found at the beginning of the path towards the installation.

the clock’s individual parts are being transported up the mountain

volunteers and staff take part as they make their way up

every attempt has been made to ensure that the project has the most minimal ecological footprint possible

the trip entails a three-hour hike (round trip) manageable for all art and nature lovers

the installation is being produced in a period of pandemic, thus all necessary guidelines are maintained

as one approaches, the hands of the clock noticeably slow down until they stop completely when closer to the formation

the ticking changes can be witnessed live worldwide as the artwork can also be monitored online

the whole process is photographically documented and the footage will be maintained throughout the project

the two artists, wolfgang aichner and thomas huber, stand proudly in front of the clock

one clearly understands one’s personal ability to influence the motions of the clock, or time itself

project info:

name: und endlich

artists: GÆG (wolfgang aichner and thomas huber)

curation: sibylle omlin

location: julier pass, graubünden, switzerland

duration: august 19 – september 24, 2021