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SpY's kinetic 'HALOS' fills Florence atrium with rotating gold and silver discs

exhibition · 2026-04-29

Spanish street artist SpY has introduced 'HALOS,' an expansive kinetic artwork featuring reflective circles in gold and silver that rotate in midair. This installation is situated in the center of a former railway factory in Florence, Italy, and was commissioned by Bright Festival. The atrium's vertical design, spanning three levels, provides various perspectives that create ever-changing visual interpretations as viewers navigate the area. The spinning circular shapes produce a dazzling array of reflections through the interplay of light and materials, making the environment an engaging experience. Photographer Ruben PBescos documented the installation.

Key facts

  • SpY is a Spanish urban artist.
  • The installation is titled 'HALOS'.
  • It consists of gold and silver reflective circles.
  • The circles are suspended in midair and rotate continuously.
  • The work is located in a former railway factory in Florence, Italy.
  • It was commissioned by Bright Festival.
  • The atrium has three levels providing multiple viewpoints.
  • Photography by Ruben PBescos.

Entities

Artists

  • SpY

Institutions

  • Bright Festival
  • designboom

Locations

  • Florence
  • Italy

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