Experience the Immersive Artistry of Antony Gormley’s ‘Time Horizon’ at Houghton Hall: A Journey Through Sculptural Time and Space

Lorenzo Belenguer
Escapadas Ideas Mag
2 min readApr 14, 2024

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Time Horizon by Antony Gormley at Houghton Hall Park. Photo credit Lorenzo Belenguer.

Step into a world where art transcends its objectivity and becomes an immersive experience. Antony Gormley’s monumental installation, “Time Horizon,” transforms Houghton Hall Park in Norfolk into a realm where sculpture and landscape merge seamlessly. From the 21st April to the 31st of October 2024, witness the UK debut of this awe-inspiring showcase.

Time Horizon by Antony Gormley at Houghton Hall Park. Photo credit Lorenzo Belenguer.

Spanning 300 acres of parkland and gardens, “Time Horizon” comprises 100 sculptures strategically positioned to form a singular horizontal plane. These cast-iron figures, crafted to an average height of 191cm, mirror the human form, some emerging from the earth while others stand sentinel atop concrete columns up to four meters high. Amidst the verdant backdrop, every element, from towering trees to elusive wildlife, intertwines with Gormley’s vision, inviting visitors to become integral parts of the living canvas.

Gormley’s ambition extends beyond mere observation; he beckons viewers to wander freely, embracing the sensory journey within the art’s expansive domain. Rejecting the…

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Lorenzo Belenguer
Escapadas Ideas Mag

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