In a darkened room, a towering sculpture looms above the audience, pulsing with light. “Crystalline Cathedral” is a masterpiece of contemporary art that captures the essence of modern technology and spirituality in equal measure. This five-meter-tall installation is made up of thousands of transparent crystal rods, each one lit from within by a complex network of micro-LEDs and sensors. The result is an otherworldly visual experience that evokes a sense of wonder and transcendence.

The artwork draws upon the concept of panpsychism, the idea that consciousness is present in all matter. By animating inanimate crystals with the power of light and technology, “Crystalline Cathedral” invites viewers to contemplate the question of whether the world around us is truly alive and conscious. It challenges us to consider the role of technology in the spiritual realm, and whether we can truly find transcendence through our devices. “Crystalline Cathedral” was released today in the Gagosian Gallery by German artist Frank Bueltge, who continues to push the boundaries of modern art with his innovative use of technology. Check out his previous piece, “Enter the Future,” here.