The election of Donald Trump was arguably the biggest piece of international news in 2016, spreading so far that an artist in the city of Taiyuan, China, decided to commemorate it by erecting a Donald Trump rooster. The statue, which stands about 20 feet tall, depicts a cartoonish rooster with some of Trump's most notable physical features, including his infamous blond quaff.
The decision to build the Donald Trump rooster and depict the incoming president of the United States as a farm animal isn't entirely random and unfounded. 2017 will represent the Chinese year of the rooster, and, regardless of one's political opinions, Trump is virtually guaranteed to dominate the news cycle throughout the year. As such, merging the traditional Chinese zodiac animal with President-Elect Trump has at least a modicum of logic.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Political Sculptures
- Creating sculptures depicting political figures can be a disruptive way to capture public attention and spark conversations.
- Symbolic Art
- Fusing traditional symbols, such as the Chinese zodiac, with contemporary themes can create innovative and thought-provoking artwork.
- Cultural Fusion
- Exploring the intersection of different cultures can lead to unexpected creations that resonate with a global audience.
Sectors Adopting This
- Art
- The art industry can embrace the trend of creating political sculptures to attract contemporary art enthusiasts and collectors.
- Tourism
- Cities can leverage symbolic art installations to attract tourists and promote cultural exchanges.
- Event Planning
- Event planners can incorporate cultural fusion themes in their events to create unique and memorable experiences for attendees.
