Abajur (Lamp)

Cildo Meireles
2010
Latin American Art
Private collection

"Abajur (Lamp)" by Cildo Meireles is a 2010 installation that invites viewers into an immersive experience. The artwork features a large cylindrical structure, likely lit from within, resembling a lantern or lamp, surrounding viewers with a panoramic scene of the sea and a ship sailing under a sky filled with birds. This work combines elements of light, space, and imagery to evoke a sense of journey and exploration, reflecting Meireles's engagement with themes of perception, environment, and human interaction with space. The artwork is held in a private collection.