Arcs de cercles complémentaires, Installation artwork in Tuileries Garden, France.
The Arcs de cercles complémentaires presents curved geometric forms made of Carrara marble, creating varying visual effects throughout different times of day.
François Morellet installed this sculpture in 1999, marking a contemporary addition to the classical landscape of the Tuileries Garden in central Paris.
The installation reflects Morellet's mathematical approach to art, incorporating geometric patterns and systematic arrangements into the public space.
Visitors can access this outdoor sculpture daily within the Tuileries Garden schedule, between the Louvre Museum and Place de la Concorde.
The marble sculpture uses mathematical precision to create complementary circular arcs that interact with natural light and the garden environment.
Location: 1st arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 1999
Creator: François Morellet
Made from material: Carrara marble
GPS coordinates: 48.86500,2.32278
Latest update: June 24, 2025 07:20
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