New Delhi: Since ages, statues have been erected in memory of saints, war heroes, writers, statesmen and other personalities. These statues remind people of the great deeds of these personalities who left an impact on their society. Statues are considered to be an important form of public act, but there are some statues which have generated a lot of controversy. Here is a list of 10 most controversial statues of the world.1. Miss KittyThis statue by Paolo Schmidlin was first shown at Milan in Italy. It caused huge public outcry and drew harsh protest from the Catholic Anti-Defamation League which also threatened to seek charges against the organizers and promoters of the exhibit for defaming a head of state.2. Michelangelo's David Michelangelo's David statue is controversial for being very precisely carved out in a certain important area.3. Porno Queen“Porno Queen” statue was brought into being by Italian artist Paolo Schmidlin. The statue defames the Queen of the Commonwealth. It was first brought in public display in Madrid, Spain, in 2007.4. Alison Lapper Pregnant and the Fourth PlinthAlison Lapper Pregnant and the fourth Plinth is controversial as it depicts a woman who was born crippled arms and with shortened legs.Most of the people criticized the subject keeping which the statue was brought into existence.5. George Washington as ZeusThis bare-chested statue portrays the first President of the United States. It was originally intended for the U.S. Capitol rotunda, but widespread offense that this statue arose kept it out of the country's symbolic and physical heart.6 . Saddam Hussein's 65th Birthday StatueThe demolition of Saddam Hussein's statue in Firdos Square is one of the most noteworthy and symbolic events that took place during the 2003 Iraq War. The controversy surrounding the statue touched new heights when US military hung the stars and stripes, only to quickly furl the old Iraqi flag up to pacify the agitated crowd.7. StreamsThis statue is about two gentlemen who are peeing into a Czech-shaped pond outside the Franz Kafka museum. This statue is gift of David Černý, a Czech sculptor, whose works always tend to be controversial.8. We Are The ChampionsThe statue allows spectators to climb a ladder and stick their head in the statues arse. After this spectators can see a video of two Czech politicians feeding each other slop to a soundtrack of “We are the Champions”.9. Iraq War MemorialThe statue was said to be very manipulative. Thanks to the installation site of the statue. It was installed inside a hotel and was quickly forgotten by the public.10. Any Weeping Statue, EverIt is a statue which sheds tears and is said to be associated with many supernatural phenomenon. Some says this kind of statues have some healing power and hence generate a stir among intellectuals in the society.
Updated on: May 16, 2014 7:26 IST
