Tower of the ever young sun, Modern art sculpture at Japan Monkey Park, Inuyama, Japan
Description
Tower of the Ever Young Sun is a modern metal artwork featuring angular geometric forms that rises 26 meters high within Japan Monkey Park. The structure is composed of welded metal segments arranged to create a dynamic and abstract composition.
History
The artwork was created in 1969 by Japanese artist Taro Okamoto as part of his series exploring cosmic themes and natural forces through monumental sculpture. Okamoto was a pioneer of abstract art in Japan, using large-scale forms to express philosophical concepts.
Culture
The structure expresses the idea of eternal youth through geometric forms and its reflective metal surface, showing Japanese interpretations of solar energy. Visitors experience it as a visual symbol that conveys movement and renewal.
Practical
The sculpture can be approached from the park pathways and viewed from multiple vantage points throughout the area. Walking around it from different angles helps you see its proportions and form more completely.
Did you know?
The metal surface changes appearance throughout the day as sunlight strikes the angular surfaces and creates shifting shadow effects. This constant transformation throughout daytime hours is central to how the artist intended the work to be experienced.
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