The Kelpies - Scotland's Largest Art Installation
Two giant horse heads towering over the Forth & Clyde canal in Falkirk,
Scotland, are, as per BBC, The Largest Art Installation in
Scotland.
Known as the Kelpies, it is a monument to horse powered
heritage across Scotland. As per Wikipedia;
"The Kelpies name reflected the mythological transforming beasts possessing
the strength and endurance of 10 horses; a quality that is analogous with the
transformational change and endurance of Scotland’s inland waterways. The
Kelpies represent the lineage of the heavy horse of Scottish industry and
economy, pulling the wagons, ploughs, barges and coal ships that shaped the
geographical layout of the Falkirk area."
The art work was designed by sculptor Andy Scott and the
colossus heads are 30 metre (99 ft.) high, weigh 300 tonnes each. Made of
structural steel with a stainless steel cladding, the sculptures are located
within newly developed "the Helix" park, Falkirk, close to specially constructed lock and basin of the
new extension to the Forth and Clyde Canal.
Since its opening in April 2104 it has become a big tourist
attraction.
Image from Flickr is by Karen Bryan
Image from Flickr is by Mr. Evil Cheese Scientist
Image from Flickr is by Gordon Mckinlay
Image from Flickr is by Willie Angus
In addition to these giant figures, two sets of 1:10 scale models, known as
Maquettes were also built. These have been displayed at many locations within
Scotland as well as in New York and Chicago (See image below).
Image from Flickr is by Heather Paul
Watch in Youtube which also shows inside view.
View location in Google Maps and Street View
More info and some great images in Kelpies Home Page and Colossal web site.
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