Creative public sculptures from around the world

Updated: 2014-07-23 15:35

(chinadaily.com.cn)

Contemporary sculptures displayed in public places not only convey a sense of beauty, but also offer deep historical and cultural connotations within different cities.

Enjoying sculpture art is one way to feel a city's spirit through its wide array of new materials and different artistic approaches. Let's take a look at some of the most creative modern sculptures in cities around the globe.

One of the many sculptures at the waterfront in Marseille, March 25, 2005. The sculptures are the work of Bruno Catalano and might look like they are missing vital organs but the invisible bodies represent a world citizen according to their creator.[Photo/IC]