Which installation by Christo and Jeanne-Claude transformed a monument in Paris in 1985, sparking both admiration and public debate?
The Pont-Neuf Wrapped
"The Pont-Neuf Wrapped" by Christo and Jeanne-Claude, carried out in September 1985, wrapped the oldest bridge in Paris in golden fabric, temporarily transforming the urban landscape. This ephemeral installation sparked intense public debate, with some viewing it as a provocative and poetic artwork that reimagined a historic monument, and others criticizing it as an intrusion on public heritage. The project, self-financed by the artists through the sale of their preparatory sketches, attracted millions of visitors, becoming a major cultural event. The work not only changed the way people perceived the bridge but also opened a dialogue on the role of art in public space and its potential to transform our everyday experience.
