Goodbye Water Fountain, Hello Tropism Well! (video)

This thing is simply amazing, functional art at its finest.

The Tropism Well uses natural laws of physics to function. Once it has seen you, the gentle bowing motion is created simply by moving water up and down the stem.

Through the synthesis of nature and technology, these structures explore the relationships we have with objects and spaces that surround us on a daily basis. The simple gestural connection that’s created offers a stimulating and symbolic moment.

Video: vimeo.com...

Interesting spin on the drinking bird toy I had as a kid.
I take it that it is based on the same physics.