Historical Events tagged with "public art"
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Georgia Guidestones Heavily Damaged by Bombing
The Georgia Guidestones, an enigmatic granite monument in Elbert County, Georgia, were damaged in a bombing. The blast occurred early in the morning, destroying one of the granite slabs and severely damaging others. Local authorities swiftly arrived on the scene, deeming it an act of vandalism, and later that same day, they decided to dismantle the remaining sections of the monument for safety reasons. The Guidestones, which had been the subject of controversy and interest since their completion in 1980, featured guidelines inscribed in multiple languages that presented a vision for humanity's future.
Continue ReadingControversial Nude Sculpture Removed in Istanbul
A nude sculpture titled 'Güzel İstanbul' by Gürdal Duyar was dismantled under the cover of darkness in Istanbul, sparking public outrage and discussions about art censorship. The removal, ordered by city officials, raised questions about artistic freedom and the societal norms regarding nudity in public art. Local artists and the public condemned the actions, perceiving it as a suppression of artistic expression.
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