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Man and Freedom, Woman and Phone
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Uploaded: 08/27/14 8:12 PM GMT
Man and Freedom, Woman and Phone
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This 28-foot, 6900-pound cast bronze sculpture by Ivan Mestrovic, now hangs in the Atrium of the Gonda Building at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. It once hung on the outside of the Mayo Clinic building. It supposedly depicts the human desire for independence and self-realization. He seems to be puzzled by the lady texting on her phone. You can read more about it here.
I thought this was funny at the time I took it, not realizing there would be a humorous contest sometime in the future. I was going to mention something about texticles, but thought I better not. Hope you see the humor too.
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::trixxie17
08/27/14 8:26 PM GMT
I definitely see the humor/irony in striving for self realization and striving to get a good signal on your cell!! An excellent entry Tick.
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"What a desolate place would be a world without a flower!
It would be a face without a smile, a feast without a welcome." A.J. Balfour
Yes..He's certainly well hung..I must say at 28-foot and 6900-pound.He'd have to be,His nuts and bolts must be huge....This is ideal for the contest....It's good....R.
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I wish I was a Glow Worm, a Glow Worm's never glum, 'cause how can you be grumpy, when the sun shines out your bum?
Very nice capture of the sculpture, Hope that it will not fall on the woman, Her texting days would be over. Nice one Tick.
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I laughed at Richie's comment. This makes a funny contrast and an ideal entry for the contest Tick. Good luck.
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Smooth seas do not make skilful sailors.
Well, Tick, I am so glad you decided not to mention what you mentioned... It is a very unique situation (she looks so small). Maybe she is texting that "To get ahead, you must get under a good man and work your way up." Great shot. Richie has about got this one covered (more so than the statue covered anything) so I will agree with his sentiment that this is great for a humorous contestant Tick. Good Luck.
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Life is a Constant Audition
I think he is throwing up his arms in disgust that she is texting for the 103 time! Super perspective, and a a fun one for the contest Tick. Tigz♥ =^..^=
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I'ts as if the figure is looking heavenward and crying oh no ! another lost soul!!
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Tick, I found the article you linked to very informative and without knowing anything about the artist or his work, I can see the humorous thought of the picture you have taken. However, after reading about this man, his positions he took against the NAZI's and Mussolini, the meaning of his work, I did walk away with a deep appreciation of his seriousness in the world around him and how he viewed and conducted his life. Thanks for the link. ~~ John
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His Texts and Pecs are godly!...an amazing size looking at the lady!
Great viewpoint..and a must for the contest!
Great viewpoint..and a must for the contest!
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"Never stop photographing. It is very likely that your best photograph has not yet been captured">
"You can observe a lot by just watching".
- Yogi Berra
She is taking a selfie. Perfect for the contest TicK!
(Viewed Full Screen - then zoomed in.)
(Viewed Full Screen - then zoomed in.)
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The thing that goes the farthest, towards making life worthwhile, it costs the least and does the most, is just a pleasant smile.
Owd Fella Tick (OFT),
Mestrovic said of the sculpture: "It must be a sculpture important for its artistic expression......."
Think that the lady does not realize that she had placed herself in such a context now. Think to me that she has visited the clinic that much, for any reason that this might be, that she even didn't notice this huge sculpture anymore. Texting with her cell phone has become for her a higher priority rather than admiring this artwork.
If so, it's not only a humorous context but a poignant and or ironic one as well.
A very intriguing photograph Owd Fella!
Regards, Cornelius.
Mestrovic said of the sculpture: "It must be a sculpture important for its artistic expression......."
Think that the lady does not realize that she had placed herself in such a context now. Think to me that she has visited the clinic that much, for any reason that this might be, that she even didn't notice this huge sculpture anymore. Texting with her cell phone has become for her a higher priority rather than admiring this artwork.
If so, it's not only a humorous context but a poignant and or ironic one as well.
A very intriguing photograph Owd Fella!
Regards, Cornelius.
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Wow this is one amazing sight and can not get over the size of the sculpture it huge and I like how you have it in narrow format it work very nicely with this subject .Plus stunning detail,light and shade in this capture as well.Plus very cleave placing with the lady below it gives you a feel of the enormous size too.
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I wonder what Ivan Mestrovic would make of your title, & woman below Tic? kind of ironic hey. A tall image, & thought provoking upload.
Edit: Just seen this in the Humorous Contest sorry Tic I didn't realise, besides I can't find my Mr Funny head right now.
Edit: Just seen this in the Humorous Contest sorry Tic I didn't realise, besides I can't find my Mr Funny head right now.
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I read your link and appreciate the serious side but the contrasting figures tickle my funny bone as well. Richie's comment added to that :)
I believe she just took a photo from below and is studying his form.
Great entry
I believe she just took a photo from below and is studying his form.
Great entry
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Pretty funny. I hope that statue doesn't come lose and fall.....
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My only problem was as above: what if the figure falls down?!
Love the idea of the woman taking selfie too:)
Your new avie looks OK, agent SOT.
SAM & SAAB
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Love the idea of the woman taking selfie too:)
Your new avie looks OK, agent SOT.
SAM & SAAB
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With all my love and respect, Marzena
OFT, congratulations for your 5th place in the humorous contest! Very well deserved.
Regards, Cornelius
Regards, Cornelius
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I've seen this sculpture in both locations. You captured it superbly, Tick & I see the humor in it as well. Mayo Clinic is a huge place.
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