The humble pigeon will be elevated to new heights with the installation in Gawler Place of Pigeon, a homage to those feathery urban dwellers that inhabit many city centres, including our own Rundle Mall.
Pigeon is a larger than life geometric sculpture positioned in southern Gawler Place near the Nespresso Boutique. It will transform that part of the street into a space that invites people to stop, connect and discover.
Nationally and internationally recognised South Australian artist Paul Sloan is the creator of Pigeon, which stands over two metres tall and is crafted out of mirrored stainless steel.
Paul’s vision was to raise the status of the humble pigeon from an overlooked, ubiquitous creature to the realm of awe and wonder.
Lord Mayor of Adelaide Sandy Verschoor said that Pigeon is a unique, landmark artwork that will be a drawcard to the recently redeveloped Gawler Place.
The exciting piece of public art will build on the existing legacy of public art across the city and will add to Adelaide’s reputation as a place of culture, creativity and innovation.
As one of the city’s most significant links, the upgraded Gawler Place has become a more welcoming place, complementing private investment and further improving the customer experience.
This unique, surprising and dazzling sculpture will bring some interactive fun to the Mall and Gawler Place as people stop and admire our new pigeon friend.
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