Hide and See(k) 2013

jeppehein

public-art, photography, site-specific, installation-art

public art

contemporary

public-art

photography

site-specific

installation-art

Jeppe Hein's "Hide and See(k)" (2013) is an interactive public art installation that plays on the concept of visibility and concealment. The piece features a circular fountain composed of numerous vertical water jets, creating a dynamic and visually engaging space. The jets form a curtain of water, inviting viewers to engage with the artwork in a playful and interactive way, by either hiding behind the water jets or observing the world from the other side. Hein's work often incorporates elements of participation and engagement, encouraging viewers to become active participants in the artistic experience.

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rijksmuseum over 1 year ago

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This water pavilion is a modern variation on a traditional theme. A feature of the geometrical Baroque gardens of the 17th century was the use of surprise fountains that would switch on and off unexpectedly, dowsing anyone within range. Surprise is a key element in Jeppe Hein’s work. Those who walk across this fountain will be surprised by the water.