Jupiter 8mm Levitating Sphere – Magnetic Levitation Bismuth Kinetic Sculpture

Jupiter – Magnetic Levitation Kinetic Sculpture Jupiter comes to life in this handcrafted kinetic sculpture. A solid 8 mm, 2.30-gram magnetic sphere floats inside a tunnel of diamagnetic bismuth, balanced precisely between gravity and magnetic force. The result is stable, permanent levitation—no electricity or cooling required. This piece captures the grandeur of the largest planet in our solar system. Jupiter has inspired stargazers for centuries, and even through simple binoculars you can watch its moons appear and disappear as they pass through its massive shadow. With a telescope, faint moon shadows drift across its surface, offering some of the most stunning sights in amateur astronomy. The sculpture features an 8 mm floating sphere set within a bismuth tunnel. Each piece is crafted by hand and ships from the U.S. within 2-4 days. Artist Statement These sculptures are my meditation on balance. In childhood, balance is simple—a seesaw. In adulthood, it becomes a spinning ball on a