Kenneth Snelson

Kenneth Snelson was an American sculptor and engineer known for his innovative, lightweight structures called "sculptural mobiles" or "tensegrity" sculptures. These constructions use a combination of rods and cables arranged in ways that create stability through tension and compression, allowing for delicate yet strong forms that seem to defy gravity. His work explores the relationship between art and engineering, emphasizing balance, flexibility, and the unseen forces that hold structures together. Snelson’s sculptures are appreciated for their aesthetic beauty as well as their insights into structural design.