Public art can take various forms, from 2D wall murals and 3D sculptures to performative and ephemeral manifestations of an artist's creative process.
More importantly, the conception and premise of the artwork is rooted deeply in the public sphere, where it is widely visible and freely accessible to all.
Browse Singapore’s public art below or conduct a search by location or collection.
THE TIGHTROPE WALKER
Material: BronzeLocation: Westgate Mall, Level 1 Duration: Permanent Collection: CapitaLand Limited Dimensions: 1.8m x 1.1m x 0.6m
Originally titled in French as La Funambule, this piece is one of three works by Belgian artist Dirk De Keyzer located in the courtyards of Westgate. Capturing and reshaping snapshots of our everyday life, De Keyzer’s art is characterised by a subtle humour that makes us smile. This is, in part, achieved by distorting and exaggerating the human figures such that they take on the feel of caricatures.
Here, a tiny woman with a thin neck and elongated arms is playing the equilibrist over life or other situations that the artist enjoys twisting with a dash of mischief. Is this the artful dance of work-life balance that many city folks have to perform?
