# Porcelain Pump-Wearing Penguins The 'Take a Rest' Scuplture by Parra x Tokyo is Truly Peculiar By Jaime Neely | Published 2011-06-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/take-a-rest References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2011/06/parra-x-toykyo-take-a-rest-sculpture/) The 'Take a Rest' sculpture, which was designed as a collaboration between studio Tokyo and Dutch artist Parro, depicts a penguin sitting down on its bottom. Each penguin has also been given human arms and feet, which are both placed in a pair of high-heels. The 'Take a Rest' sculpture is [made from porcelain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saori-matsushita) and is rather small, measuring at only 15 x 20cm. Despite its petite size, the 'Take a Rest' sculpture is extremely captivating as penguins are animals that lack both arms and legs and seeing them wearing two pairs of high-heels is endearingly bizarre. The sculpture is available in a turquoise, red or black, however only 70 of the peculiar penguins were produced. The price and release date of the sculptures is not yet known. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Animal-inspired Art:** There is a rising trend of sculptures and artwork that depict animals in unexpected, human-like situations which is becoming increasingly popular. - **Sustainable Materials for Art:** Artists and designers are starting to explore new, sustainable materials to create their work, signaling a new trend in sustainability for the art industry. - **Limited Edition Art Collectibles:** The limited availability of unique sculptures such as the 'Take a Rest' porcelain penguin sculptures by Parra x Tokyo is creating a trend for art collectors and enthusiasts to invest in one-of-a-kind pieces. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can take advantage of the trend of animal-inspired art to create unique, attention-grabbing pieces. - **Porcelain Manufacturing:** Porcelain manufacturers can tap into the emerging trend of sustainable materials for art by developing eco-friendly options for artists and designers. - **Art Collectibles:** Art collectors, museums, and galleries can take advantage of the growing trend of limited edition art collectibles by offering unique and rare pieces that will appeal to serious collectors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful Coffee-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andrew-rae.md) - [Personalized Artful Vinyl Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/send-yourself-nowhere.md) - [Wooden Light-Hearted Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-sculpture.md) - [Unconventional Icy Fragrances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zoologist-penguin.md) - [Surreal Love-Themed Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joakim-ojanen.md) - [Sculpted One-Piece Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pelican-coffee-table.md) - [Polar Bear-Themed Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polar-bear-bench.md) - [Luxe Fashion Porcelain Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porcelain-figurines-1.md) - [Insect-Inspired Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-bronze-sculptures.md)