The Bean Poster | Chicago Cloud Gate Millennium Park Anish Kapoor Art IL

Celebrate Chicago's most iconic landmark with The Bean poster by Swell Scenes. Featuring Anish Kapoor's mesmerizing Cloud Gate sculpture with its mirror-like stainless steel surface reflecting the Chicago skyline, Millennium Park, and the city's dynamic energy, this artwork captures the essence of one of the world's most photographed public art installations. Perfect for Chicago residents, Windy City visitors, urban art lovers, and anyone who's taken a selfie under this 110-ton reflective marvel.

Why You'll Love It

• Chicago's Most Iconic Landmark: The Bean is Chicago's #1 photo destination—a 110-ton, seamless stainless steel sculpture that reflects the city's architecture, clouds, and millions of visitors annually in its liquid mercury-inspired surface.
• Captures Millennium Park Magic: Stunning composition showcases Cloud Gate's reflective curves distorting and multiplying Chicago's famous skyline, evoking the wonder of walking beneath its 12-foot arch and seeing the city transformed.
• Perfect Chicago Gift: Ideal for Chicago natives, Northwestern/UChicago/DePaul alumni, Michigan Avenue shoppers, tourists who visited Millennium Park, or anyone who loves the Windy City's art and architecture.
• Urban Style Essential: Adds authentic Chicago character to apartments, offices, condos, dorm rooms, or any space celebrating modern art, public sculpture, and urban sophistication.

About The Bean (Cloud Gate)

Cloud Gate, affectionately known as "The Bean," sits at the heart of Millennium Park as Chicago's most beloved piece of public art and one of the world's most recognizable modern sculptures. British-Indian artist Anish Kapoor designed this 33-foot-high, 66-foot-long masterpiece from 168 stainless steel plates welded together so seamlessly that no seams are visible on its highly polished, mirror-like surface. Weighing 110 tons—roughly equivalent to 15 elephants—the sculpture was inspired by liquid mercury, creating fluid, organic curves that reflect and distort Chicago's impressive skyline, the clouds overhead, and the thousands of visitors who gather daily to interact with its mesmerizing reflections. Unveiled in 2006 after two years of construction, The Bean instantly became a Chicago icon, with locals and tourists alike dubbing it "The Bean" despite Kapoor initially resisting the nickname (he later embraced it). The sculpture's reflective properties create endless photo opportunities—the distorted cityscape, the concave "omphalos" chamber beneath that warps reflections in kaleidoscopic patterns, and the ability to see yourself merged with Chicago's architecture. Located in AT&T Plaza at Millennium Park between Michigan Avenue and the lakefront, Cloud Gate draws millions of visitors annually, making it Chicago's most essential photo stop and a testament to the city's commitment to accessible public art. The sculpture's seamless construction required cutting-edge computer technology to precisely fabricate each massive steel plate, which were then welded and polished to create the illusion of a single, liquid surface. Whether you've stood beneath its arch watching your reflection multiply, captured the Chicago skyline bent across its curves, or simply admired its artistic audacity, The Bean represents everything that makes Chicago special—bold, innovative, accessible, and unforgettable. This poster celebrates the sculpture that transformed a city park into an internationally recognized destination and gave Chicago an icon as recognizable as the Willis Tower or Navy Pier.

Print & Frame Details

• Premium 189gsm matte paper using archival pigment inks
• Vivid colors capturing reflective steel and Chicago skyline details
• Framed options include a 0.75″ (1.9 cm) Ayous wood frame in black, white, or natural
• Lightweight Acrylite front protector and hanging hardware included
• Available in multiple sizes, framed or unframed
• Printed to order to reduce waste and support sustainable practices

Thoughtful Craftsmanship

At Swell Scenes, every print is made to order with museum-quality materials. Our landmark art series celebrates iconic destinations and public art — made for city lovers who want to bring their favorite urban experiences into their homes.

About Swell Scenes

Swell Scenes turns iconic landmarks and urban treasures into bold, beautiful artwork that fits any space. With a passion for Chicago, public art, and design, our posters celebrate the places and sculptures that define cities and inspire millions.