Machines of Loving Grace by David McCracken

‍Artist: David McCracken

‍Title: Machines of Loving Grace

‍Year: 2026‍

Location: Soul Promenade‍

Size: 1800mm Diameter

Material: Corten steel

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About the artwork: 

In this new 2026 work, the weathering corten steel surface has a rich, earthen patina. Corten is heavy and incredibly durable, with a patina meant to age naturally along with time and the elements. Though formally minimal, the circular form carries perceptual complexity. It operates as both object and aperture: a boundary that defines space and an opening that frames it. Light traces its circumference across the day, activating subtle shifts in tone and shadow. Monumental yet restrained, the work reflects McCracken’s enduring interest in balance, repetition, and the tension between solidity and illusion.

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About the artist: 

Renowned New Zealand artist David McCracken (b. 1968) is known for large-scale sculptures that manipulate our perception of materials through process, repetition and proportion. Working primarily in steel, McCracken creates forms that appear to extend beyond their physical limits, drawing the viewer into a quiet contemplation of the processes involved.