Tacho Saurus
Schulze developed a series of kinetic, sculptural objects that resemble post-human creatures—created from mechanical and industrial components. These beings bear limbs and body parts made from found industrial materials, whose morphology is reminiscent of biological structures—a captivating synthesis of technology and organic life.
The sculptures are equipped with electromechanical components and some move independently, giving them a surprisingly lifelike, almost organic appearance.
Schulze was inspired, among other things, by Raymond Roussel's work Locus Solus, particularly its idea of a morphological reconstruction of fossil and technological life forms. However, instead of fossil remains, Schulze uses industrial "relics," which he transforms into new, artificial beings—as a critical commentary on the relationship between civilization, nature, technology, and the future.
The name TACHO SAURUS alludes both to the dinosaur—a symbol of a bygone, extinct world—and to the speedometer as an emblem of technology, acceleration, and industrial culture. The speedometer's "eye" (up to 120 km/h) here becomes a symbol of perception and control.
TACHO SAURUS thus represents a fascinating interplay between nature and technology—machines transformed into imaginary creatures through artistic redesign, their mechanics and movements prompting reflection.
The energetic materiality and transformative design reflect Schulze's understanding of conceptual design and haptic experience.
Dr. Pelle Solus
Dr. Pelle Solus