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On May 10th, an NFT art piece inspired by the masterpiece Casa Batlló was auctioned for $1.38 million (nearly 32 billion VND) during Christie's auction week in New York. The artwork, titled 'Living Architecture: Casa Batlló,' beautifully captures the iconic exterior of the architectural genius Antoni Gaudi's building in Barcelona. Created by the director and Turkish-American artist Refik Anadol, this digital marvel signifies a historic moment in the intersection of art and architecture, unfolding in the heart of the art world.On May 7th, Anadol showcased a mesmerizing mapping performance at the front facade of Casa Batlló in his hometown, drawing a crowd of 47,000 spectators.'Living Architecture: Casa Batlló' utilizes real-time environmental data from surrounding sensors, transforming the building's exterior based on weather conditions and embellishing it for special occasions like St. George's Day and Christmas. Casa Batlló, a UNESCO-recognized World Heritage site, is the first to be reimagined as an NFT. Notably, 10% of the proceeds will be donated to organizations focused on neurological disorders.
In Barcelona, Casa Batlló collaborates with artists to introduce digital art collections inspired by Gaudi's legacy. For instance, in 2021, the museum unveiled rooms like the 'Gaudi Cube' featuring the work 'In the Mind of Gaudi,' created by Refik Anadol.
Gary Gautier, the manager of Casa Batlló, states, 'Casa Batlló's mission is to amplify Gaudi's magic, and Refik Anadol is the perfect companion on this journey. His work blends art and technology, expanding architectural possibilities and offering a fresh perspective on space and time.'
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