How does it stay up there? The TRIPLE L II Sculpture in front of us seems to defy gravity with its delicate balance. The TRIPLE L II Sculpture is a kinetic sculpture. This means it moves, but not in the way you might think. It’s powered by the wind. This sculpture is made up of three L-shaped pieces of steel. The largest L sits upon a tall stele. The other two smaller Ls are balanced on its tip. It looks precarious, but it’s actually a marvel of engineering. The joint that connects the pieces is designed to allow for movement in the breeze. Even a gentle wind can send the smaller Ls spinning and swaying. The artist, George Rickey, didn’t want the sculpture itself to have any inherent meaning. Instead, he wanted the movement to be the focus. And that’s exactly what you experience when you watch the TRIPLE L II Sculpture. It’s a constantly changing work of art that surprises you with each gust of wind.
Skulpturenpark Stammheim
A golden winged pug surveys the Rhine. That’s how many remember the Skulpturenpark Stammheim. This isn’t just any park. It’s