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Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
A Massive Statue Of A Black Woman Debuted In Times Square, And People Aren't Happy With Her Appearance
A new attraction just made its debut in Times Square, and it has a lot of people talking! A giant 12-foot-tall bronze sculpture of a young Black woman now sits on the north side of Duffy Square on Broadway and 46th Street facing 47th Street. The installation features the woman standing with her hands on her hips, dressed in a T-shirt and pants, as she gazes out into the open space. The statue is a part of a series called "Grounded in the Stars" by British figurative artist Thomas J. Price, in an attempt to help deconstruct preconceived notions of people's identities, while also emphasizing how Black individuals can claim their space freely, on their own terms. 'I hope 'Grounded in the Stars' will instigate meaningful connections and bind intimate emotional states that allow for deeper reflection around the human condition and greater cultural diversity,' Thomas told ArtNet. 'The work is a composite fictional character, unfixed and boundless, allowing us to imagine what it would be like to inhabit space neutrally without preconceived ideas and misrepresentation." Related: "Something In My Head Said, 'Don't Get Up'": 16 Older Adults Reveal The Wildest Supernatural Encounters From Their Childhood He added that the sculpture isn't based on anyone in particular, but rather a composite of images and observations. The identity was intentionally left open-ended so people can take the art piece in without assumptions and stereotypes. Unfortunately, despite the artist's intentions, the figure got a lot of people talking and generated a ton of mixed opinions online: "Times Square unveils a bronze 12 foot statue of the average American woman — and the colorblind conservative Christian patriots have lost what's left of their minds… Fun fact: The average height for women in America is around 5'3 — and the average weight is approximately 170lbs. In terms of clothing size — the average American woman typically wears a size 16 or 18.." Related: 50 Of The Funniest Stories People Shared About The "Stupidest Person" They've Met "body like bronze, presence like thunder. we need more of this energy everywhere." "Im sure people are laughing at this in Manhattan. lol." "Can yall just appreciate that it's a fuckin black woman regardless of her size or fashion style ? Gotttttdamnn.. yall would find an insult even in a bouquet of flowers.. idiots. Smh.. ITS A BLACK WOMAN STATUE IN TIMES SQUARE. Like, CLAP JUST FOR THAT REASON ALONE!" "This statue is actually mocking Black people, Black women in particular. Even Lizzo and Monique realized that the joke was on them, people was laughing at them, not with them. There are way more white women than the entire Black American race, but they decided to make it black" "Out of everything that comes to mind, the artist decided to make a heavyset Black woman, dressed in a nanny fit… & people call this art; claiming that it has a deeper meaning. yea, ok. This is pure mockery." "The statue is a beautiful gesture but this doesn't help the black community, help get accepted by the other races, & this statue doesn't celebrate us as Black Americans as a whole. We still go unrecognized by our talents, hardworking, survival, dignity & so much more." "Wife and I seen this up close on the 1st of May 2025. Good work of art!" If you're in the NYC area, you'll have the chance to view the "Grounded in the Stars" installation until June 17. What are you thoughts on the statue and Thomas's meaning behind it? Share your thoughts in the comments! And to learn more, you can read his full ArtNet interview. Also in Internet Finds: People Revealed The Creepiest, Cult-Like Towns In The United States And, Jesus Christ, It's Icky Also in Internet Finds: 27 Extremely Disturbing Wikipedia Pages That Will Haunt Your Dreams Until The End Of Your Days Also in Internet Finds: 101 People Who Woke Up One Morning And Promptly Had The Most Painfully Awkward And Embarrassing Day In Human History
Buzz Feed
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Controversial Black Woman Statue Divides Times Square
A new attraction just made its debut in Times Square, and it has a lot of people talking! A giant 12-foot-tall bronze sculpture of a young Black woman now sits on the north side of Duffy Square on Broadway and 46th Street facing 47th Street. The installation features the woman standing with her hands on her hips, dressed in a T-shirt and pants, as she gazes out into the open space. The statue is a part of a series called "Grounded in the Stars" by British figurative artist Thomas J. Price, in an attempt to help deconstruct preconceived notions of people's identities, while also emphasizing how Black individuals can claim their space freely, on their own terms. 'I hope 'Grounded in the Stars' will instigate meaningful connections and bind intimate emotional states that allow for deeper reflection around the human condition and greater cultural diversity,' Thomas told ArtNet. 'The work is a composite fictional character, unfixed and boundless, allowing us to imagine what it would be like to inhabit space neutrally without preconceived ideas and misrepresentation." He added that the sculpture isn't based on anyone in particular, but rather a composite of images and observations. The identity was intentionally left open-ended so people can take the art piece in without assumptions and stereotypes. Unfortunately, despite the artist's intentions, the figure got a lot of people talking and generated a ton of mixed opinions online: "Times Square unveils a bronze 12 foot statue of the average American woman — and the colorblind conservative Christian patriots have lost what's left of their minds… Fun fact: The average height for women in America is around 5'3 — and the average weight is approximately 170lbs. In terms of clothing size — the average American woman typically wears a size 16 or 18.." "body like bronze, presence like thunder. we need more of this energy everywhere." "Im sure people are laughing at this in Manhattan. lol." "Can yall just appreciate that it's a fuckin black woman regardless of her size or fashion style ? Gotttttdamnn.. yall would find an insult even in a bouquet of flowers.. idiots. Smh.. ITS A BLACK WOMAN STATUE IN TIMES SQUARE. Like, CLAP JUST FOR THAT REASON ALONE!" "This statue is actually mocking Black people, Black women in particular. Even Lizzo and Monique realized that the joke was on them, people was laughing at them, not with them. There are way more white women than the entire Black American race, but they decided to make it black" "Out of everything that comes to mind, the artist decided to make a heavyset Black woman, dressed in a nanny fit… & people call this art; claiming that it has a deeper meaning. yea, ok. This is pure mockery." "The statue is a beautiful gesture but this doesn't help the black community, help get accepted by the other races, & this statue doesn't celebrate us as Black Americans as a whole. We still go unrecognized by our talents, hardworking, survival, dignity & so much more." "Wife and I seen this up close on the 1st of May 2025. Good work of art!" If you're in the NYC area, you'll have the chance to view the "Grounded in the Stars" installation until June 17. What are you thoughts on the statue and Thomas's meaning behind it? Share your thoughts in the comments!
Yahoo
05-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Sketch by Leonardo da Vinci Leads to Secret Ancient
An underground tunnel network long rumored thanks to drawings by Leonardo da Vinci under Milan's Sforza Castle are proven to exist. Ground-penetrating radar and laser scanning revealed that the historic passages made famous by a Leonardo da Vinci drawing is just one of multiple tunnel sections. Experts plan to create a digital twin of the castle's underground system for museum visitors. The artworks of Leonardo da Vinci are vast and storied. 'The Last Supper.' 'The Vitruvian Man.' The 'Mona Lisa' for goodness sake. But even amongst such a storied and well-studied body of work, there can still be a few surprises left to discover. And recently, a team of researchers discovered one of those surprises—one drawing of a castle tunnel from a 1400s-era castle. See, the drawing was of Sforza Castle, and it included depictions of numerous underground tunnels—tunnels that had never been found. The team—which included experts from Polytechnic University of Milan, Codevintec, and Sforza Castel—teamed up to employ ground-penetrating radar and laser scanning that mapped multiple feet under the castle. In doing so, they discovered not only that the tunnels da Vinci alluded to in his drawings existed, but that they may only be a small piece of an intricate system weaving throughout the site. 'The ground-penetrating radar enriched the 3D model with data on known, but inaccessible, spaces, bringing to light unknown walkways and ideas for further studies on secret passages,' Francesca Biolo, researcher at Polytechnic University of Milan, said in a statement. The castle took on new life in the 1400s when the duke of Milan, Francesco Sforza, reconstructed an ancient site. He turned it into the Sforza Castle, complete with towers, courtyards, and frescoed-lined halls. In 1494, Francesco's successor, Ludovico Sforza, built on the castle's tradition and hired Leonardo da Vinci to create art for the castle. According to Art Net, in his effort to complete that project, da Vinci documented the castle's unseen tunnel system, as recorded in Codex Forster I. Experts believe the tunnels were once likely used for military operations, but other portions of the system could have included personal touches as well. One passageway, for instance, connects the castle to the Basilica of Santa Maria delle Grazie, a church built by Francesco that houses da Vinci's 'The Last Supper.' It is also the site of Sforza family burials, which may have afforded those living in the castle quicker access to the tombs of loved ones, such as Ludovico's wife, Beatrice d'Este. Nowadays, the castle complex is home to three different museums—Pinacoteca del Castello Sforzesco, the Museum of the Rondanini Pieta, and the Museum of Ancient Art. While the underground system may not currently be fully accessible, the ground-penetrating radar and laser scanning used to confirm its presence could still unlock a fresh perspective on the Sforza Castel's underground world. 'The goal is to create a digital twin of the Sforza Castle, a digital model that not only represents the current appearances of the castle but also allows you to explore the past, recovering historical elements that are no longer visible,' Franco Guzzetti, professor of geomatics at Polytechnic University of Milan, said in a statement. Adding augmented reality to the virtual paths could invite visitors to explore the underground environments and inaccessible historical places in a fresh museum experience. The artwork of da Vinci has enabled the delight of modern audiences yet again. You Might Also Like Can Apple Cider Vinegar Lead to Weight Loss? Bobbi Brown Shares Her Top Face-Transforming Makeup Tips for Women Over 50
