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Jaume Plensa — Alma del Ebro
Jaume Plensa

Alma del Ebro

2008

This monumental stainless steel figure sits contemplatively in an urban plaza, its hollow body composed entirely of interlocking letters and alphanumeric characters that create a striking latticed silhouette. Standing as a testament to the power of language and written communication, the sculpture presents a human form rendered transparent yet substantial, inviting viewers to consider how words and symbols construct identity. The pristine white finish reflects the surrounding architecture and sky, while the openwork design allows light to pass through the figure, creating dynamic shadows that shift throughout the day. Created by Spanish artist Jaume Plensa, this work merges figurative tradition with contemporary conceptual art, positioning the human body as a vessel for linguistic meaning. Photo by David Vives on Unsplash

Medium
Stainless steel sculpture

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Jaume Plensa, Alma del Ebro, 2008

This monumental stainless steel figure sits contemplatively in an urban plaza, its hollow body composed entirely of interlocking letters and alphanumeric characters that create a striking latticed silhouette. Standing as a testament to the power of language and written communication, the sculpture presents a human form rendered transparent yet substantial, inviting viewers to consider how words and symbols construct identity. The pristine white finish reflects the surrounding architecture and sky, while the openwork design allows light to pass through the figure, creating dynamic shadows that shift throughout the day. Created by Spanish artist Jaume Plensa, this work merges figurative tradition with contemporary conceptual art, positioning the human body as a vessel for linguistic meaning. Photo by David Vives on Unsplash

Medium
Stainless steel sculpture
Year
2008
Seen at
Plaza Lucas Miret Rodríguez (Palacio de Congresos)

Related themes

Identity And Expression, Outdoor Art, Figurative Abstraction, Language And Text, Urban Landmark, Public Art, Mixed Media Installation, Monumental Figure, Conceptual Art, European Art, Openwork Design, Public Spaces, Contemporary Sculpture, Stainless Steel, Modern Symbolism, Human Form, Interactive Viewing, Contemporary Drawing, Twenty First Century, Architectural Integration

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Kylie Cohen, Alex Capecelatro