Julius Baer today announced their latest ambitious commission, a large-scale interactive artwork by data and kinetic artist BREAKFAST at Art Dubai 2026. The Brooklyn-based artist is a pioneer at the intersection of art and technology and over the last 15 years has grown his studio into an engineering powerhouse, showcasing work globally in New York, USA, Korea, and Dubai.
Within a dedicated space at the fair, the new commission, composed of hundreds of gold-toned elements, will be alive with movement. Typical of BREAKFAST’s practice, it will respond to the presence of visitors, each encounter and gesture leaving a subtle imprint that will gradually transform the surface over time.
Infinite Ripples of Generosity موجات متواصلة من العطاء builds on Julius Baer’s more than decade-long relationship with Art Dubai, its philanthropic work through sixty years of the Julius Baer Foundation, and its commitment to using art as a platform for connection and dialogue.
Infinite Ripples of Generosity transforms the concept of kindness into a tangible experience, showing how even the smallest gestures can ripple outward, shaping lives, communities, and the world well beyond their first impact.
“At its core, this work is about accumulation,” says BREAKFAST. “Rather than presenting generosity as a single gesture, Infinite Ripples of Generosity frames it as a cumulative force, one that grows, compounds, and gains momentum through collective participation and infinitely shapes the fabric of humanity.”
The surrounding environment is integral to the experience. Overhead spotlights mirror the movement of the tiles, projecting shifting reflections across the curved walls. These reflections amplify the sculpture’s motion, allowing small gestures to expand beyond the surface and fill the space with light.
“I am excited for this collaboration with Julius Baer,” says BREAKFAST. “We wanted the space itself to echo the message of giving. Every interaction with the sculpture leaves a trace,” BREAKFAST explains. “The artwork remembers what came before. It is shaped by everyone who participates, just as communities are shaped by collective action.”
According to Regis Burger, Head Middle East & Africa and CEO, Julius Baer (Middle East) Ltd., “Infinite Ripples of Generosity reflects Julius Baer’s belief that wealth management extends beyond financial performance. It is about shaping long term value that contributes positively to society and the communities in which people live and work”.
“Unveiling this commission marks an important moment for Julius Baer as it reflects on sixty years of the Julius Baer Foundation and its long-standing commitment to addressing wealth inequality through education, opportunity, and long-term social investment,” Burger says.
Innovation plays a central role in Julius Baer’s approach. The artwork forms part of Julius Baer’s NEXT initiative, which brings together art, science, and technology while exploring megatrends.
“BREAKFAST is an artist who uses technology with purpose,” Burger explains. “Through this artwork, he is able to showcase the art of giving in an impactful manner while encouraging audience participation.”
The work carries a strong philanthropic message as the UAE celebrates the Year of the Family. Themes of generosity, responsibility, and continuity speak directly to the role families play in shaping future generations.
“For Julius Baer, philanthropy is not separate from how we think about wealth,” Burger adds. “It is about helping clients understand how their wealth can strengthen communities, address inequality, and shape a legacy across generations.”
Infinite Ripples of Generosity will be presented at Art Dubai 2026 from 15 to 19 April.
BREAKFAST’s large-scale installations and interactive sculptures have been exhibited at major institutions and public spaces worldwide. His works have been featured at the Venice Biennale (2024), Rockefeller Center, New York (2023), World Expo, Dubai (2021), and Harvard University (2020). He has also participated in exhibitions at NEOM, Saudi Arabia (2023), Fontainebleau, Las Vegas (2023), and Agora Gallery, New York (2022). His notable commissions include The Pearl (2024), the world’s largest kinetic sculpture aboard Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas, and Time Capsule Over Manhattan (2023) at Rockefeller Center, New York.
His kinetic flip-disc works have gained international recognition, with notable exhibitions such as a solo presentation at Art Dubai (2025), Interwoven Existence at the Venice Biennale (2024) and installations at TD Terrace, Toronto (2024); Tiffany & Co., New York, Dubai, and Seoul (2022-2023); and Hewlett Packard, Houston (2022). BREAKFAST’s work is included in prestigious corporate and private collections and continues to redefine the intersection of fine art, technology, and environmental awareness.
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