Sculpture

November 14, 2024

Jaume Plensa’s Giant Mesh Steel Sculptures Hauntingly Request Silence in Historic Gothic Building

Spanish artist Jaume Plensa has brought his monumental sculptures inside one of Palma de Mallorca's most historic buildings. The 15th-century La Llotja is now home to Plensa's Mirall (meaning “mirror” in Catalan), an exhibition that reflects on the dualities of the world. In it, two 23-foot-tall stainless steel sculptures have been erected under its vaulted ceiling, blending the contemporary with this fine example of Catalan Gothic architecture.

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October 30, 2024

Alex Chinneck Brings a Playful “Twist” to Urban Objects With Surreal Metal Sculptures

British artist Alex Chinneck creates surreal public sculptures that challenge our perception of reality. His works transform familiar urban objects—like phone booths, street lamps, and post boxes—into whimsical, twisted forms, as if a giant hand has reshaped them in a moment of mischief. Chinneck’s metal sculptures are showcased at Assembly Bristol, the city’s new waterfront office complex.

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October 7, 2024

Artist Captures the Ripples of Change With Stainless Steel “Splash” Sculpture

Sculptor and digital artist Michael Benisty is known for his ethereal, awe-inspiring sculptures designed to foster human connection. His works have captivated audiences at events like Burning Man and in locations around the world. Now, his latest public artwork is permanently on display at the new Splash Apartments in Portland, Oregon. Aptly titled Splash, this 6,000-pound, 20-foot-tall sculpture blends the shape of a human face with the flowing movement of water.

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