Kinetic sculpture

Kinetic sculptures are sculptures that are designed to move. Additionally, sound sculpture is considered kinetic sculpture.

Related Topics:
Sculpture - Sound sculpture

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The name is derived from the scientific term, kinetic energy, which is the energy possessed by a mass by virtue of its motion including the atomic level as in heat.

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Alexander Calder (inventor of the mobile) and George Rickey pioneered kinetic sculpture. Other leading exponents include Yaacov Agam, Marcel Duchamp, Naum Gabo, Ronald Mallory, Jean Tinguely, Zero group and Arthur Ganson.

Related Topics:
Alexander Calder - Mobile - George Rickey - Yaacov Agam - Marcel Duchamp - Naum Gabo - Ronald Mallory - Jean Tinguely - Zero group - Arthur Ganson

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Mobiles are a type of kinetic sculpture. Some kinetic sculptures are wind-powered, and others are motor driven.

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A variety of human powered craft involved in cross country races and parades are considered kinetic sculpture.

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Kinetic sculptures are often implemeted as installation art.

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