Pol Bury (1922–2005) was a Belgian artist renowned for his contributions to kinetic art. Born in Haine-Saint-Pierre, Belgium, he began his artistic journey influenced by Surrealism and later became associated with the COBRA movement. In the 1950s, Bury shifted his focus to kinetic art, creating sculptures characterized by subtle, deliberate movements. His innovative approach often involved polished metal spheres and surfaces, exploring the interplay between motion and perception.
Bury's work has been showcased in numerous significant exhibitions, including retrospectives at the Centre Pompidou in Paris and the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York. His sculptures are part of esteemed collections worldwide, such as the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Tate Modern in London, and the Berardo Collection Museum in Lisbon.