There's something alluring about a sculpture in an outdoor setting. As the light and weather changes, so do the works of art and our reactions to them. In the past few decades, many incredible new examples have sprung up around Britain, reinvigorating public sculpture - something that had seemed to belong more to our historic past with art that moves, challenges us or makes us smile. Here are a few examples from the past 30 years.
Angel of the North
Gateshead
One of Britain's most famous artworks might never have seen the light of day if protestors had succeeded. Before the Angel of the North was installed on the site of a former colliery in 1998, it was claimed the sculpture would cause accidents by distracting drivers on the nearby A1. Thankfully, these fears were unfounded. An estimated 33 million. people now see the 66ft steel angel by artist Antony Gormley, with its wingspan of 177ft, every year.
Let the Dance Begin
Strabane, Co Tyrone Standing on the site of an old checkpoint between Northern Ireland and the Republic, Let the Dance Begin is a symbol of hope. Originally commissioned to mark the start of the new millennium, the five semi-abstract figures by sculptor Maurice Harron represent cross-border partnership and shared beginnings.
Bu hikaye WOMAN'S WEEKLY dergisinin October 25, 2022 sayısından alınmıştır.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Giriş Yap
Bu hikaye WOMAN'S WEEKLY dergisinin October 25, 2022 sayısından alınmıştır.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Giriş Yap
10 OF THE BEST Buys for CHARITY
Look great and support Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October
How to HAGGLE
Save those £££s by plucking up the courage to negotiate
Your wellbeing
LATEST HEALTH SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR MIND AND BODY
Here to help
LET COUNSELLOR KEREN LIGHTEN YOUR LOAD
Good to GLOW
Plant your bulbs now for a lovely bright start to spring
Painted VASES
Prettify empty jars and bottles with this quick craft project
Escape to OXFORD
Delve into the city's rich cultural heritage for a wonderful weekend
Sail through menopause WITHOUT WEIGHT GAIN!
Middle-aged spread may seem inevitable - but it really doesn't have to be
Woodland wonders
When you go down to the woods, you'll find a whole new world teeming with life
'We should all be dancing'
Singer and actor Toyah Willcox on overcoming adversity, ageing and Strictly Come Dancing