2. Viga Sculpture

Perched atop a hill in Juan Carlos I Park, 2. Viga commands attention. 2. Viga isn’t just a sculpture. It’s a conversation between art and nature. Created by Mexican sculptor Jorge Du Bon in 1991, 2. Viga is part of the “Encuentros en Madrid” International Symposium of Open-Air Sculptures. This symposium was a key event during Madrid’s celebration as the European Capital of Culture in 1992. Eleven internationally acclaimed artists were commissioned to create large-scale sculptures for the park. Du Bon chose this specific location, the park’s only natural hill, for 2. Viga. The sculpture is made of three elements: Corten steel beams supported by concrete triangular bases. These elements are deliberately positioned at decreasing heights. They are slightly rotated on a diagonal axis, creating a dynamic visual effect. The rust-colored Corten steel contrasts with the gray concrete. The beams jut outwards, appearing to defy gravity. The use of concrete and steel intentionally echoes the architectural elements found throughout Juan Carlos I Park. 2. Viga is the second piece on the Sculpture Path, an art and educational walk through the park. This path showcases a diverse range of sculptures. It highlights the interplay between art and the natural world. As you walk around 2. Viga, consider its stark simplicity and monumental presence. It stands as a testament to the power of minimalist design. 2. Viga invites you to contemplate the relationship between human creativity and the natural landscape.