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Tomás Saraceno — elastic rope
Tomás Saraceno

elastic rope

A vast, intricate web of elastic rope spans the exhibition space, inviting viewers to contemplate the delicate interconnectedness of living systems and cosmic structures. Saraceno's installation evokes the silken architecture of spider webs and the invisible forces that bind galaxies, blurring the boundaries between the microscopic and the infinite. The tensile network of stretched cords creates a dynamic, breathing environment that shifts subtly with the movement of air and the presence of visitors.

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Latin America

May 23, 2016

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Tomás Saraceno, elastic rope

A vast, intricate web of elastic rope spans the exhibition space, inviting viewers to contemplate the delicate interconnectedness of living systems and cosmic structures. Saraceno's installation evokes the silken architecture of spider webs and the invisible forces that bind galaxies, blurring the boundaries between the microscopic and the infinite. The tensile network of stretched cords creates a dynamic, breathing environment that shifts subtly with the movement of air and the presence of visitors.

Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Interconnected Structures, Argentine Artist, Geometric Forms, Kinetic Art, Minimalist, Male Artist, Immersive Experience, Contemporary Artist, Installation Art, 21st Century, Monochromatic, Interactive Art, Neutral Tones, Abstract

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Gavin Kennedy