Y:et, Public sculpture in Sundsvall, Sweden
Y:et is a metal sculpture in Sundsvall that rises from the ground with a curved form, marking the entrance to the city center. The structure is made of polished metal and sits at the intersection of main streets, where it guides pedestrians navigating through downtown.
This sculpture was installed in 1999 as part of Sundsvall's program to place modern artworks throughout the city. The project was part of a broader effort to refresh the city's identity through contemporary artistic interventions.
The name of this work draws from Swedish language and hints at the city's connection to its surroundings. Visitors often gather around it for photos or to meet, making it part of daily urban life in the center.
The sculpture sits in an easy-to-spot location on a central street, making it work well as a landmark. To see it fully and observe its metal surface, walk around it and try different angles for viewing.
The metal surface responds to light and changes its appearance depending on the time of day and weather conditions. On cloudy days it appears darker, while clear days make the metal shine brightly and create entirely new reflections.
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