FfFfFfFF 58,779 Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 Fischer's installation, which includes a meticulous recreation of Giambologna's late 16th-century sculpture Abduction of the Sabine Women, was adapted to the incredible heights of the Rotunda. This focal point of the building was recently renovated by celebrated Japanese architect Tadao Ando. Fischer's sculpture is surrounded by several chairs and a curious onlooker who takes in the details. Everything is seemingly normal until one realizes that these are no ordinary sculptures—they're candles. At the beginning of the installation, each candle is lit. At that point, they're left to burn as long as the wick lasts. In a sort of performance, the installation evolves as each piece slowly melts away. Over time, the installation evolves from realism toward abstraction in a sort of memento mori. While the piece can be melancholy, it's also incredibly fascinating to watch. Currently, the wicks are lit and the entire installation—or its liquified remains—will be on view until December 31, 2021. Source - https://mymodernmet.com/urs-fischer-bourse-de-commerce/ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glamourpuss 29,080 Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 This is so interesting. I bet a timelapse of this is so cool to watch. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dit 46,738 Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 that is an amazing concept Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSUNAMI 21,306 Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 I love this so much. Destruction can be so inspiring. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsemanche 97,836 Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 I love intentional art destruction. There's always something very eerie but very pleasing about it. Soft, soothing, and succulent Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lumiere 5,917 Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 what a nice concept decay of the blonde popstar vibes Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle 2,056 Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 I love this and a time lapse would be neat to see. very cool 😊 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
enissa11 2,984 Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 1 hour ago, Lumiere said: what a nice concept decay of the blonde popstar vibes it's the same concept of the meat dress, yet so many like to dismiss it as attention seeking when it's even more artistic, radical and grotesque. Mad Architect of Light Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helxig 45,668 Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 I love this for so many reasons. And it's such a simple idea but incredibly effective I'll be myself until they fūcking close the coffin. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dojo 19,823 Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 loving the concept but loving the replies here even more lol Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speak Easy 324 Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 Reminds me of this: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linus Gaga 8,522 Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 I have seen it ! It's amazing and scary https://www.facebook.com/NationalGalleryofAustralia/videos/1101649073376879/ more on insta @linus9nuts Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PunkTheFunk 125,734 Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 Watching something so beautiful decay before your eyes feels like a metaphor for aging. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAMROD 118,055 Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 I see sculptures let overtime before, in wedding banquets. There were like sculpt made of ice cube. Bug this one also cool. (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ✧*:･ﾟ ⁱᵐ'ᵐᵃ ʰⁱᵗ ᵈᵉᶠʳᵒˢᵗ ᵒⁿ ʸᵃ, ˡᵉᵗ'ˢ ᵍᵉᵗ ⁱᵗ ᵇˡᵃᶻⁱⁿᵍ﹗ (*´艸｀*) ♡♡♡ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gothicdream 39,660 Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 This is stunning Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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