The Thousand and One Nights in the Mansion of Bliss 1983

Alice Aycock's 1983 "The Thousand and One Nights in the Mansion of Bliss" is an intriguing sculpture. It features a complex network of metal structures and intricate details that are meant to evoke a sense of exploration and wonder. This piece, a hallmark of her early work, explores themes of architecture, engineering, and the human experience. Aycock, known for her large-scale installations, often blurs the boundaries between art and architecture. In this work, she utilizes steel and other materials to create a visually dynamic and thought-provoking experience, inviting the viewer to imagine a world beyond the ordinary.