Isolated Mass/Circumflex, Land art sculpture in Garden Valley, Nevada, US.
Isolated Mass/Circumflex is a sprawling land art installation in the desert that extends across several kilometers and combines various geometric forms with concrete structures. The work uses raw materials from the surrounding landscape and creates a system of interconnected components.
The project began in 1972 when artist Michael Heizer started construction and continued as a long-term undertaking spanning decades. The installation represents a significant chapter in the development of land art as an independent artistic movement.
The installation references ancient building traditions while blending them with contemporary materials and design methods. Visitors experience how this fusion of historical inspiration and modern creation shapes the desert landscape.
The site is located in a remote desert area, so planning terrain navigation and road conditions in advance is important. Visitors should prepare for extreme weather and significant distances when exploring the entire installation.
The individual structures within this artwork reach heights of around 80 feet and were built using materials sourced directly from the site itself. This integrated use of local resources demonstrates an innovative approach to connecting art with its natural surroundings.
Creator: Michael Heizer
GPS coordinates: 29.73765,-95.39866
Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:42
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