The Generation of Possibilities
By
Paul Lewthwaite
2006
Paul Lewthwaite
Dimensions
460cm x 240cm
Courtesy of
University of Manchester, Institute of Science and Technology (UMIST)
The sculpture celebrates science and innovation with an emphasis on the potential of exploration and breakthrough leading to positive applications. It draws inspiration from the electromagnetic experiments of William Sturgeon (1783-1850) which led to the generator and motor. Formally, the sculpture uses a communication between the bold constructions to create a dynamic force. A use of colour defines the magnet forms, adding to a sense of weight that is centred off the ground. The sculpture uses an industrial aesthetic.
