Igor Mitoraj: La Ciudad de las Artes y Ciencias, Valencia
In the iconic architectural complex of La Ciudad de las Artes y Ciencias, the splendid monumental sculptures of Polish artist Igor Mitoraj
La Ciudad de las Artes y Ciencias (the City of Arts and Sciences) in Valencia hosts an exhibition, in collaboration with Contini Art Gallery, by Polishartist Igor Mitoraj. The iconic architectural complex of the city represents one of the most importanteducational institutions in the European scientific and cultural field. The splendid monumental sculptures are on view from April 7th to October 16th, 2022; the exhibition combines science, nature and art harmoniously. The famous Polish sculptor draws his inspiration from the concept of 'crushed beauty'. His fragmented artworks echo archaeological findings from the classical Greco-Roman period, revisited through post-modern traits. His statues reveal the inescapable passage of time that rages on ancient sculptures, inexorably, leadingthem to deterioration. Mitoraj loved selecting various materials for his monumental sculptures, such as marble, bronze and terracotta. The strong emotional impact arises from the juxtaposition of the sculptures with the surrounding natural scenery, particularly when it comes to the Mediterranean landscapes that the artist adored.
The fifteen monumental bronze sculptures are located within the architectural complex designed by Santiago Calatrava. The statues are cleverly placed near the crystalline lakes of the Planetarium (Hèmisferic), the Opera House (Palau de las Artes), the northern part of the Río Turia, the Paseo del Arte, the western entrance to the Museum of Science (Museo Principe Felipe), and the Paso de Cipreses.
