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Friday Poll: The Rabbit in the Statue’s Ear

In South Africa, there’s a new, large statue of Nelson Mandela with an unexpected quirk: inside the statue’s ear the sculptors added a small rabbit.

Here’s a photo that shows a tiny addition to the late leader’s right ear:

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The artists consider the rabbit their ‘trademark.’

So, should it stay or should it go? I’ll say go, as it’s a embellishment that’s simply an unnecessary distraction from the purpose of the work as a commemoration of Mandela.

What do you think?


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The Phantom Stranger
10 years ago

Silly rabbit, tricks (sic) are for kids…

JOHN ADAMS
10 years ago

Yes, that’s right – they are.

Sue
10 years ago

The artists probably just wanted the publicity once it was discovered.
I think it should go.

Karl
10 years ago

that’s INSANE! will they make the artist pay to remove it?

Ayn Rand
10 years ago

The sculptor could put his initials on the back of the pedestal.

Zeker
10 years ago

Pesky Wabbit !!!

Anonymous
10 years ago

truly weird

Dr. X
10 years ago

30 feet is a long way up