Delta Solar, Metal sculpture at National Air and Space Museum, United States.
The metal construction Delta Solar contains stainless steel sails on a geometric grid structure measuring 27 feet by 40 feet in size.
Venezuelan President Carlos Andrés Pérez dedicated this sculpture in June 1977 as a gift commemorating the American Revolution Bicentennial from Venezuela.
The sculpture by Venezuelan artist Alejandro Otero incorporates references to modern technology combined with elements inspired by Incan sun worship traditions.
The sculpture stands in a reflecting pool at the western entrance of the National Air and Space Museum, visible to all museum visitors.
The stainless steel components rotate independently when affected by wind currents, creating constant changes in light reflection patterns.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Inception: 1977
Creator: Alejandro Otero
GPS coordinates: 38.88794,-77.02155
Latest update: March 3, 2025 20:12
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