Alchemist, Contemporary sculpture at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, US
The 16-foot-tall metallic sculpture forms a seated human figure constructed from mathematical symbols and letters made of stainless steel and enamel paint.
The Alchemist was commissioned in 2010 for MIT's 150th anniversary celebration and created by Spanish artist Jaume Plensa to mark this milestone.
The sculpture represents the intersection between mathematics and humanity, reflecting MIT's dedication to combining scientific knowledge with human understanding.
The artwork stands in an open grass area between Massachusetts Avenue and the Stratton Student Center, allowing visitors to walk through its structure.
The mathematical symbols forming the figure create patterns of light and shadow that change throughout the day, allowing different viewing experiences.
Location: Cambridge
Inception: 2010
Creator: Jaume Plensa
Made from material: stainless steel, enamel paint
GPS coordinates: 42.35910,-71.09402
Latest update: March 4, 2025 05:27
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