A visionary look at how art redefines urban spaces in the twenty-first century.

In Written in Stone, Polo Bourieau takes readers on a journey through the transformative power of public art in twenty-first-century China. From the marble quarries of Carrara to the skyscrapers of Hong Kong and the bustling streets of Chengdu, this richly illustrated book explores how sculpture redefines urban landscapes, creating places of meaning and connection.

Inspired by Joseph Campbell’s monomyth, Written in Stone traces Bourieau’s artistic odyssey, where sculptures become protagonists in a larger narrative of transformation and identity. Through reflections on the creative process and an insightful conversation with art critic Catherine Shaw, Bourieau reveals the challenges and triumphs of bringing monumental art to dynamic cityscapes.

More than a book on sculpture, Written in Stone is a meditation on how art shapes the built environment and the human experience. Essential reading for architects, urbanists, artists, and anyone fascinated by the intersection of creativity and place.