Limited Edition of 36
Size:51"h x 53"w x 8"d
Power Source: negator spring
Approximate Run Time: 20 hours
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Size matters. At least when making complex patterning wheels!

The large, patterning wheels in Illusion allow me to create a very complex 3-dimensional patterning sequence. The mass of these large wheels creates a slow and graceful movement which is essential in elaborate patterns.

The sequence starts with a relatively mild wave-like motion as the wheels rotate in the same direction but at slightly different speeds. A strong optical illusion begins to "pop out" as the back wheel slowly reverses direction and the wheels begin to counter rotate. Many folks see a shape like a torus or doughnut that seems to project out in front of the sculpture. I've tried to show this with the animation but the 2d nature of the computer screen just doesn't do it justice.

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