Newton by Salvador Dali. Singapore most notable monuments
Singapore most notable monuments
One of the most famous sculptures, “Newton” by Salvador Dali decorates the area near United Overseas Bank. Actually, it belongs to the same bank. The sculpture installed in 1985, depicts a notorious apple, which contributed to the discovery of the law of universal gravitation. However, it is not falling down from a tree, but a ball falling from the right hand of the scientist. Through the open chest we see the heart of Newton, which symbolizes his spiritual openness and generosity, and the open skull symbolizes his open-mindedness and wide horizons. These are qualities, according to Dali, without which it is impossible to achieve success and recognition.
The bird, creation by the Colombian sculptor Fernando Botero
One of the most notable monuments – “The Bird” by F. Botero. The well-fed sparrow, the creation of the Colombian sculptor Fernando Botero, essentially represents the prosperity of the Singaporean economy. The tablet on the pedestal reads: “Birds are traditionally associated with peace and tranquility. The three-dimensional Botero bird, moreover, symbolizes the joy of life and the power of optimism. As long as these qualities are present in people, Singapore will grow and prosper.
And another curious monument – livitating baby. British sculptor Mark Quinn created such an installation of his child – seven months after the birth of his son. The size of the sculpture is 10 meters, and the weight is 7 tons. According to media, the baby is kept on special – barely noticeable – props, so from the side there is an impression that it hovers in the air against the background of city skyscrapers.
Singapore most notable monuments
10 meter, 7 ton baby unique sculpture. Amazing installation by British sculptor Mark QuinnArt installation – various mechanisms and metal details decorate the grate. Singapore most notable monumentsBeautiful gragonfly decorates the lake bearing its name – Lake DragonflyBronze Sculpture at Raffles Place SingaporeColorful Momentum sculpture by David Gerstein in the Financial District, Singapore‘From the Points of View, modern 2012 sculpture by Tony CraggGalloping horses – The Flower Dome greenhouseGeometric form sculptureGiant levitating baby sculpture decorates the gardenGorgeous horse sculpture decorate the central gate in SingaporeHappy family monumentHuge eagle sculpture in the greenhouse ‘Flower Dome’Jumping Boys – group sculpture of children jumping into the river, made by the sculptor Chong Fat Cheong from the series People of the RiverMolecules sculptureOne of many contemporary sculptures of geometrical shapes next to a medical centerPaths in the gardens decorated with stone sculptureScience and art museum. Monument in the form of stalactitesSculpture ‘Moment’, or momentumStone sculpture of curious shapes decorate the paths in the gardens next to Gragonfly LakeSurreal stone sculpturesTea set attraction, as a form of urban sculptureThe Flower Dome sculptures – fish and underwater plantsThe wooden sculpture is a part of beautiful design of the Flower DomeThree men of multicultural Singapore discussing business. River merchants sculpture by Aw Tee Hong on Boat QuayUnidentified objectUnique stone sculptures in SingaporeUnusual stone sculptures on the Dragonfly LakeWhile three men discussing their business this couple is working
