Shadows travelling on the sea of the day – Olafur Eliasson
Set deep within the Qatari desert, Shadows Travelling on the Sea of the Day is a monumental public artwork by Olafur Eliasson that blurs the boundaries between sky, earth, and perception. Mirror-clad circular canopies rest on delicate semi-arches, casting shade on the sand while reflecting the terrain beneath—doubling the landscape and inviting viewers into a moment of spatial and sensory disorientation.
Accessible only through the rugged desert terrain, the work emphasizes slowness, presence, and embodied experience. It offers a contemplative space where architecture, environment, and viewer converge—fostering reflection, connection, and cross-cultural dialogue.
