His human figures, frequently modeled on the human form, explore themes of identity, language, and spirituality. Plensa's works are frequently placed in urban spaces, where they invite reflection on the individual's relationship to society.
« I am from the Mediterranean area, I have to feel everything. I am a physical person, but I guess that things that you cannot touch and cannot see are also touchable and visible—light, poetry, music. »
– Jaume Plensa
Influenced by both classical and
contemporary art, his sculptures have been installed in cities worldwide, making him a key figure in contemporary public art. His approach integrates text and poetry, highlighting the interplay between visual and verbal communication. (
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His human figures, frequently modeled on the human form, explore themes of identity, language, and spirituality. Plensa's works are frequently placed in urban spaces, where they invite reflection on the individual's relationship to society.
« I am from the Mediterranean area, I have to feel everything. I am a physical person, but I guess that things that you cannot touch and cannot see are also touchable and visible—light, poetry, music. »
– Jaume Plensa
Influenced by both classical and
contemporary art, his sculptures have been installed in cities worldwide, making him a key figure in contemporary public art. His approach integrates text and poetry, highlighting the interplay between visual and verbal communication. (
Artist website)
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