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A New Zealand city waves goodbye to its ‘disturbing’ giant hand sculpture that many came to love
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Perched on two fingers on the roof of an art gallery in Wellington, New Zealand, the giant ...
The Art Newspaper18d
New Zealand art museum reopens with anti-earthquake reinforcement and a new wing
A heritage-protected art museum on the coast of New Zealand’s North Island will reopen on 9 November after a major renovation ...
‘Nightmare’ sculpture that won over some New Zealanders moves on to a new home
Quasi is made of steel, polystyrene and resin, and was based on scans of van Hout’s hand and face. It was named in part for ...
Napier: KiwiRail’s new containers feature native New Zealand art to combat graffiti
Artwork on train containers depicting flora and fauna found in New Zealand has been seen in Ahuriri as KiwiRail attempts to ...
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Giant hand's removal from top of New Zealand building is proving controversial
Wellington, New Zealand — Perched on two fingers on the roof of an art gallery in Wellington, New Zealand, the giant sculpture of a hand has loomed over the city for five years. Named Quasi ...
What is the Maori Haka dance, which New Zealand’s MPs performed in parliament in protest of a bill?
The haka, often associated with New Zealand’s All Blacks rugby team, is much more than a pre-game ritual; it is a cornerstone ...
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'Disturbing' Giant Hand Sculpture Finally Removed
After five years of looming over Wellington, New Zealand's most divisive artwork has been removed from the City Gallery roof. The 16-foot sculpture, known as "Quasi," is the work of Australian ...
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City waves goodbye to giant hand sculpture that many grew to love
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Perched on two fingers on the roof of an art gallery in Wellington, New Zealand, the giant sculpture of a hand has loomed over the city for five years. Named Quasi ...
The New York Times26d
Lightbulbs and Cassette Tapes as Art
Joe Sheehan’s pieces, carved from stone, reflect his New Zealand heritage, as well as influences from around the world. By Annabel Davidson Reporting from Auckland, New Zealand Gas cans ...
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A New Zealand city waves goodbye to its 'disturbing' giant hand sculpture that many came to love
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Perched on two fingers on the roof of an art gallery in Wellington, New Zealand, the giant sculpture of a hand has loomed over the city for five years. Named Quasi ...