The artwork, entitled “Three Figures and Four Benches,” was created by George Segal in 1979. It is a sculpture that embodies elements of Environmental (Land) Art and Pop Art.
The sculpture presents a contemplative scene with three human figures cast in white, seated in socially meaningful postures on traditional outdoor benches. The setup includes four benches, with one occupied by a flesh-and-blood individual who melds seamlessly into the setting, underscoring the interplay between reality and art. Positioned by a tranquil waterbody against a patio paved with rectangular stones, the artwork evokes themes of social interaction and isolation. The figures are life-sized and detailed, capturing the essence of mundane moments in everyday public spaces, thereby inviting viewers to engage with the ordinary in an extraordinary manner.
