Ira D. Sherman (born 1950) is an American-born sculptor.
Sherman’s sculptural law uses materials and shapes from science and technology, yet “bio-engineered” to interact afterward the audience or viewer in a uniquely human way. Many of Sherman’s pieces are, in fact, “prostheses” created with reference to a humorous social concept. These are worn upon the body, and may be totally intimate. Many of Sherman’s sculptures have sensors that allow them interact with the participant or the audience. Parts of his current traveling exhibitions, “Panaceas to Persistent Problems” and “Impenetrable Devices” have been displayed in exhibitions in the U.S., Canada, Europe, Israel and Japan; the Spertus Museum in Chicago, and the Smithsonian Renwick Gallery of the National Museum of American Art have recently acquired Sherman art do something for their remaining collections.
Sherman’s sculpture “Stange Machine,” is also on permanent display at the Louisiana Street Station of the Denver Light Rail system.
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