# Anything-but-Average Art The World's Strangest Statues By Lindsey Erin Heim | Published 2008-09-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strange-statues References: [oddee](http://www.oddee.com/item_89236.aspx) & [toroller](http://www.toroller.com/2008/01/03/amazing-weired-statues-manuments-sculptures-of-the-world/) Chances are, you've never seen statues like these before. From the upside down man to the guy juggling babies, (shouldn't someone call children and youth?) these [crazy pieces of art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery) are sure to catch the eye of anyone walking past. They've probably caused a few tourist car accidents, too. After an extensive search, I've chosen these as the top ten, but the decision wasn't an easy one. If you have some down time and need a laugh, check out the others on Oddee.com. We all know [artists are creative](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nina-chanel-abney-bravo), and can see art in things that the average person can't, but some of these designs border craziness. And for all those wondering, YES, the last photo is EXACTLY what you think it is. Pretty crappy, huh? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Unconventional Sculptures:** Exploring the creation of sculptures that defy traditional norms and expectations, offering unique and thought-provoking artistic experiences. - **Enhanced Public Art:** Transforming public spaces with unexpected and engaging art installations, sparking conversation and capturing attention. - **Unsettling Artistic Expressions:** Pushing boundaries and challenging societal norms through unsettling and provocative works of art, evoking strong emotions and initiating dialogue. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Sculpture:** Opportunities for artists and sculptors to experiment with unconventional materials, styles, and concepts, reimagining traditional art forms and pushing the boundaries of artistic expression. - **Tourism and Travel:** Creating unique tourist attractions and landmarks through the installation of strange and fascinating sculptures, attracting visitors and boosting local tourism economies. - **Urban Planning and Design:** Integrating unconventional and thought-provoking public art installations into urban landscapes, revitalizing public spaces and engaging communities in meaningful ways. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Generated Statues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-statue.md) - [Distorted Furniture Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/first-kiss-at-last-light.md) - [AI-Generated Real-World Transformations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-generated-world.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Surreal Love-Themed Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joakim-ojanen.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Traveling Fine Art Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/get-out-there.md) - [Cheeky Inaccurate Language Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/museum-of-wonky-english.md) - [Warped Georgian Townhouse Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-week-at-the-knees.md)