Beautiful and creative art installation constructed in the Sahara desert near the Red Sea in El Gouna, Egypt.
“Desert Breath” is a collaborative large scale project created by D.A.ST. art team (Danae Stratou, Alexandra Stratou, Stella Constantinides).
Construction began in June 1995 and was completed in March 1997.
Breathtaking spiral artwork leads to refreshing water. Oasis in the desert.
Also check out: Desert Stadium and Abandoned Houses in the Desert
John Cline
The question arises: How do they keep the desert sands from destroying their art? I would think a big sand storm could wreak havoc on it in a hurry.
Jul 7th, 2014
Kathy
Wow – this is incredible!
Jul 7th, 2014
Shilov
Same question as John Cline. Its good art and would’ve been incredibly difficult to maintain through the two years they spent in creating it. How are they planning to make it last? Very interesting.
Jul 8th, 2014
Silvia
@ John Cline: I think it is _supposed_ to be transient. Like a mandala or something…
Jul 8th, 2014
Jainam
I am agree with John Cline and my mind is popping with same question. However they might be doing it, Its so unique piece of art. Loved it.
Jul 8th, 2014
Nethaniel
Aliens!
Jul 16th, 2014