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    A former scientist, now an installation artist, has managed to turn a portion of an important art gallery into a sort of playground. Who is he, what somewhat controversial work of art has he installed, what is it called, and can you provide a picture of it?

    Question #71387. Asked by lanfranco. (Oct 11 06 4:15 PM)


    peasypod

    		I'm thinking this must be the 'Test Site' in the Tate Modern Gallery, by Carsten Holler.


    http://www.cbc.ca/arts/story/2006/10/10/slide-show.html

    Oct 11 06, 4:35 PM
    lanfranco

    		That's the one, peasy. And if you ask me, a conceptual piece that invites excited patron participation is a very good thing.

    A silver mace to you. Or would you rather get a ride on the slide?

    Oct 11 06, 4:41 PM
    peasypod

    		I'll take the mace. A morbid fear of enclosed tunnels...long story, don't ask. ;)

    Oct 11 06, 4:48 PM
    skysmom65

    		If you click on the link there's a slide show of the slides.

    http://news.yahoo.com/photos/ss/events/lf/101106testsiteslides;_ylt=AnOlq9jXpHLj_81DVMj_eYZyWscF;_ylu=X3oDMTBhMTZlZDI0BHNlYwNzc2xpc3Q-

    Oct 12 06, 9:10 AM

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