Large-Scale Sculpture
Definition
This term refers to sculptures created on a monumental scale, often intended to dominate or transform the space around them, frequently placed in public spaces, museums, or as part of architectural projects, and often exploring themes of scale, space, and interaction with the environment.
History
Large-scale sculpture became particularly prominent in the 20th century, especially with the rise of modernism and public art movements, where artists sought to engage with urban spaces and the public, creating works that interact with their environment and challenge traditional ideas of sculpture as static, isolated objects.
Notable Examples
Claes Oldenburg
Spoonbridge and Cherry, 1988
Richard Serra
Tilted Arc, 1981
Key Artists & Movements
Key figures include Claes Oldenburg, whose playful, oversized sculptures of everyday objects bring a sense of humor and wonder to public spaces, and Richard Serra, known for his massive, minimalist steel sculptures that confront viewers with their scale and presence, often inviting physical interaction.
Techniques & Materials
Techniques involve the use of durable materials like steel, bronze, concrete, or fiberglass, often requiring complex engineering and fabrication processes. Artists may work with architects, engineers, and fabricators to realize their large-scale visions, focusing on the interplay between the sculpture, its environment, and the viewer's experience of space and scale.
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