“Snow Flurry I,” created by Alexander Calder in 1948, is a sculpture that aligns with the Kinetic Art movement. This particular mobile is a testament to Calder’s signature style, blending form with movement. It is housed at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City, NY, USA.
The artwork is composed of a series of delicately hanging elements that form an abstract composition in space. The components seem to be white circular discs or plates, possibly made of metal, which vary in size and are connected by thin, straight wires. The arrangement of these elements suggests a dynamic interaction as if they could be gently moving or spinning, mimicking the sensation of a snow flurry. The sculpture is designed to respond to air currents, which would cause the discs to stir and rotate, creating an ever-changing play of form, light, and shadow. The simplicity of the shapes and the implied movement capture the essence of falling snow and embody the innovative spirit of kinetic sculpture.
