Sculpture

September 4, 2026

Daniel Arsham Encases an 88-Year-Old Scotch in a Sculptural “Time-Worn Relic” Made of 8 Layers

The Balvenie and artist Daniel Arsham have collaborated on a special whisky that is the whole package—literally. The renowned single malt Scotch whisky distillery has recently unveiled the Eighty-Eight-Year-Old as part of its The 1931 Collection. At nearly a century aged (distilled in 1931), it’s the oldest whisky ever released by The Balvenie. To commemorate this once-in-a-lifetime spirit, the distillery tapped Arsham to create a “sculptural form” worthy of the prized liquid.

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July 29, 2026

Artist Uses Traditional Basketry Techniques To Create Wearable Woven Sculptures

A towering woven head rises nearly as tall as its maker, while mysterious figures dressed in intricate basket-woven costumes appear somewhere between folklore, sculpture, and performance. These surreal creations come from British artist Lewis Prosser, who transforms traditional willow weaving into monumental artworks that challenge the boundaries between craft and contemporary art. Working from his studio in Penarth, South Wales, Prosser uses traditional basketry techniques to create monumental sculptures, wearable costumes, and immersive performances.

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July 9, 2026

Antony Gormley Fills a Gallery With Giant Bodies Made From Industrial Materials

Legendary British sculptor Antony Gormley has spent decades focusing on the human body, exploring both its relationship with nature and the built environment. His latest exhibition, What Holds Us, continues that exploration through sculptures made from industrial materials including clay, concrete, iron, and cardboard, diving into what it means to exist as “urban animals.” The exhibition is located at GALLERIA CONTINUA in San Gimignano, a medieval hill town surrounded by the rolling Tuscan countryside.

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