“Leonardo’s Submarine” by Hito Steyerl, created in 2019, is an installation artwork associated with the Conceptual Art movement. The artwork, while titled after the renowned polymath Leonardo da Vinci, encapsulates the artistic endeavor to explore an amalgamation of technology, art, and viewer experience.
The artwork comprises a multi-screen setup showcasing a visually engaging panoramic video. These screens, suspended with intricate precision, envelope the viewer in an immersive setting. The display appears to take on a captivating blend of urban and aquatic elements, suggesting a convergence of historical references and contemporary digital landscapes. Central to the installation are modernistic chairs and tables situated in the heart of the arrangement, inviting contemplation and interaction within this technologically saturated environment. The technical apparatus of the installation is starkly visible, contributing to an atmosphere that gracefully balances between the engineered and the imaginative.
