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definition of kinetic sculpture

When we talk about sculpture, the idea of ​​a figure modeled from a certain material comes to mind. At the same time, the figure in question presents a general characteristic: it is a static representation, without movement. On the other hand, kinetic energy is understood to be that which deals with the energy of a moving object. Consequently, when we unite the two terms, we obtain a curious synthesis: something that does not move in principle but actually does move, that is, kinetic sculpture. In this way, kinetic sculpture is the artistic representation of an object with some kind of movement.

The idea of ​​movement in sculpture can be of two types: an apparent movement (for example, an optical illusion associated with activity, oscillation or change) or, on the other hand, a real movement (for example, a figure that permanently changes direction). In any case, in both types of sculptors we are in the sphere of kinetics.

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All kinetic sculpture has to do with the idea of ​​movement in some sense. The observer of this sculptural modality is faced with something unusual, since his eyes observe that the sculpture is changing from its stillness. This aspect generates a particularity, since the viewer of the work may have the need to move to capture the reality of the work, since each visual perspective provides different information.

To achieve the effect of movement, the artist has the possibility of using very diverse technical resources (a motor linked to the sculpture, the use of magnets and electromagnetic mechanisms, the natural effect of the wind, changes in light, suspended objects with pendulum movements, etc).

Kinetic sculpture would be a section of a global concept, kinetic art. It is an artistic movement typical of the 20th century, when artists find themselves in a totally free creative atmosphere and seek new forms of expression. To communicate this renewing spirit, the term avant-garde is often used. With this new dimension of art it is now possible to give matter a new dimension. In other words, if the world does move, why deprive the sculpture of movement.

Like all artistic work, sculpture seeks beauty. However, beauty has been viewed from immutability and with kinetic sculpture this trend disappears.

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