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New Babylon
Constant, 1963
In this manifesto, Constant outlines a future metropolis built up of various sectors. Assuming a central position therein is homo ludens (man the player), who is freed from the need to work. In the various sectors of New Babylon, man leads a nomadic existence, in which he can take full advantage of his creativity. As an experimental ‘anti-functional city’, the New Babylon project represents an alternative to the post-war order.
- Artwork typeportfolio
- Object numberRP-P-2010-222-51
- Dimensionsheight 400 mm x width 384 mm
- Physical characteristicsportfolio