Les Anneaux de Buren

Les Anneaux de Buren are a public art installation by French artist Daniel Buren, located in the Palais Royal Gardens in Paris. Consisting of 10 alternating black and white striped vertical columns, the sculptures create a striking visual contrast and interact with the space's historical architecture. Installed in 1986, Les Anneaux de Buren challenge traditional perceptions of public art by blending minimalism with site-specific design, encouraging viewers to reconsider their relationship with the environment, architecture, and aesthetic experience. The installation is celebrated for its simplicity, spatial dialogue, and the way it transforms the historic setting into a dynamic, contemporary spectacle.