The Sieve of Eratosthenes (sculpture)

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The Sieve of Eratosthenes is a sculpture created by the artist Mark di Suvero. This artwork is named after the ancient Greek mathematician Eratosthenes, who is best known for his algorithm to find all prime numbers up to a specified integer, known as the Sieve of Eratosthenes.

Description[edit | edit source]

The sculpture is a large-scale, abstract piece made primarily of steel. It features a dynamic arrangement of beams and geometric shapes, which are characteristic of di Suvero's work. The structure is designed to evoke the mathematical precision and complexity of the sieve algorithm, with intersecting lines and forms that suggest the process of filtering numbers.

Location[edit | edit source]

The Sieve of Eratosthenes is installed in a prominent public space, where it can be viewed and appreciated by the public. The exact location of the sculpture is location.

Artist[edit | edit source]

Mark di Suvero is an American abstract expressionist sculptor known for his monumental works made of industrial materials such as steel and aluminum. His sculptures often incorporate elements of kinetic art, with parts that move or can be interacted with by viewers.

Significance[edit | edit source]

The sculpture not only serves as a tribute to the mathematical contributions of Eratosthenes but also exemplifies the intersection of art and science. It invites viewers to contemplate the beauty of mathematical concepts and their representation through art.