# Reflective Cage Sculptures The 'Cage and Mirror' Gives Visitors a Whole New Perspective By Alexander Lam | Published 2013-06-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cage-and-mirror References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/jeppe-hein-cage-and-mirror) & [jeppehein.net](http://www.jeppehein.net/pages/project_id.php?path=works&id=86) A [surreal installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1) by artist Jeppe Hein called 'Cage and Mirror' allows spectators to walk into a giant cage to experience amazing optical effects. Hein built an enormous circular cage with rugged iron rods. In the center, he suspended a [man-sized mirror](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sabine-marcelis-1). The mirror was made to rotate slowly. As spectators walk into the cage, they can peer into the center of the cage where the mirror is rotating. The resulting [optical illusion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baggage-claim-mirrors) gives visitors a very strange view of the gallery. The installation was placed in a large gallery room with beaming skylights to enhance the Cage and Mirror's effects. With the cage spanning five meters, several visitors could explore the metal contraption at once. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Optical Illusion Art Installations:** Art installations that use optical illusions to create surreal experiences can disrupt the traditional art world and attract a new generation of visitors. - **Reflective Sculptures:** Reflective sculptures in public spaces can add unique visual interest and serve as landmarks, disrupting traditional city planning and architecture. - **Interactive Art Exhibits:** Museums and galleries that feature interactive art exhibits like 'Cage and Mirror' can disrupt the traditional museum experience and attract younger, tech-savvy visitors. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art:** Artists and galleries can create new forms of art that incorporate optical illusions into their designs to stand out in the crowded art market. - **Public Spaces:** Cities and urban planners can incorporate reflective sculptures into their public spaces to create a unique sense of place and attract visitors. - **Museums:** Museums can disrupt their traditional model by featuring more interactive exhibits that provide unique experiences for visitors, potentially increasing ticket sales and engagement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Optical Illusion Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hooptical.md) - [Circular Light Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shen-sculpture.md) - [Mirrored Hall Visual Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/internamente.md) - [Wonderous Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/your-psychoacoustic-light-ensemble.md) - [Reflective Material Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirroring-dialogue.md) - [Immersive House Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faraday-cage.md) - [Optical Illusion Replica Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liberty-science-center.md) - [Origami-Inspired Steel Art Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflector-sculpture.md) - [Reflective Public Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowers-and-butterflies-are-dancing.md)