Metal Base Hormigón by John Angée combines stainless steel and concrete in a hybrid sculptural work that bridges industrial construction and fine art. The juxtaposition of metal and concrete — two foundational materials of modern architecture — reflects Angée’s dual practice as architect and sculptor. The work explores the aesthetic potential of construction materials when liberated from purely functional purposes.
Medio: Steel Sculpture
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The Flight to Freedom
The Flight to Freedom (2012) by John Angée is a monumental stainless steel sculpture measuring 114×40 feet, commissioned by the City of Coral Gables through the prestigious 1% For the Arts program. The work is one of the largest public art installations in South Florida, transforming urban space with its soaring forms that evoke liberation and upward movement. The commission established Angée as a major voice in Miami’s public art landscape.
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Passages
Passages by John Angée is a monumental Corten steel sculpture that explores themes of transition, threshold, and movement through space. The choice of Corten (weathering) steel is deliberate — the material’s characteristic rust patina evolves over time, giving the work a living surface that changes with weather and age. Angée’s architectural training informs the work’s engagement with spatial dynamics and the viewer’s physical passage through and around the piece.