Artwork

Lille Lights

Lucy + Jorge Orta, 2003-2004
Lille Lights
  • Ref: 00017
  • Dimensions: Opéra, Chambre de Commerce, and Beffroi, Lille, France
  • Catalogued: Lucy + Jorge Orta, Light Works, Black DOg Publishing London 2010, pp 202-207
  • Concept: On the 6th December 2003, and to inaugurate the European Cultural Capital, Lille 2004, the city commissioned Lucy + Jorge Orta and French composer Pierre Henry to create an open-air concert in front of the Lille Opera House, the Chamber of Commerce and Belfry tower. Around 750,000 visitors took part in the night's festivities.