The sculpture, 4m in diameter, will wow guests visiting the mall when it opens on April 5, according to a press statement.
The piece is an adaptation of David Harber Ltd’s iconic Torus and part of a series of five variations that will be installed at Doha Festival City.
The Sculpted Torus is made from mirror-polished, marine grade stainless steel and will sit alongside a succession of smaller, 2m Torus – all of which will be slight variations of the original design.
Trevor Hill, general manager of Doha Festival City, said: “We are delighted to have collaborated with a renowned artist like David, and truly excited to be bringing his art to Qatar for the first time – showcasing his brilliant talent.”
Harber is also producing a 4m bronze Keystone Ring with a Verdigris finish to be located outside one of the main entrances to the Doha Festival City mall, and is also currently designing some hanging tree canopies to be placed in the two glass atria of the North Food Court.
As with all David Harber sculptures, each of the bespoke Torus commissions for Doha Festival City will be designed and handcrafted at his Oxfordshire workshop in England.
By April, all of the pieces will have made the journey from the British countryside to Qatar, the statement notes.
David Harber Ltd is renowned for its overseas work, and in 2016, was honoured with The Queen’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade.
The installation of the sculptures forms part of the finishing touches to the mall, as Doha Festival City prepares to open next month.
It will have over 500 local and international brands and more than 100 places to dine and relax in.
The Sculpted Torus has been created by visionary artist and sculptor David Harber.
Doha Festival City has announced the installation of its first art piece — the Sculpted Torus. Created by visionary artist and sculptor David Harber, the installation now has pride of place in the mall’s Centre Court.
