Black Sun, Granite sculpture in Volunteer Park, Seattle, US
The Black Sun sculpture measures 2.7 meters in diameter and features a circular form made from polished black granite positioned near a reservoir.
Isamu Noguchi created this sculpture in 1969, integrating his expertise in merging Eastern and Western artistic traditions into the Seattle landscape.
The sculpture frames views of the Space Needle and Elliott Bay, becoming a central element of Seattle's outdoor art collection near the Asian Art Museum.
Visitors can access the wheelchair-friendly viewing area around the sculpture, which provides multiple perspectives of downtown Seattle and the Olympic Mountains.
Despite local speculation, the Soundgarden song 'Black Hole Sun' was not inspired by this sculpture, as confirmed by singer Chris Cornell.
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
GPS coordinates: 47.62995,-122.31520
Latest update: October 19, 2025 17:44
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