While a flock of live sheep may draw curious crowds in Milan, a new herd of plastic farm animals are attracting attention in Bolzano. The artificial herd has found a new temporary home in Bolzano's main Piazza Walther.
The blue plastic sheep are part of a piece of installation art by the German duo Bertamaria Reetz and Rainer Bonk. The eye-catching display is meant to promote tolerance and solidarity.
Each sheep, indistinguishable from another, carries an important message from the artists: everyone is equal, everyone is important.
The polyester resin sheep bring to mind a calming meadow scene, reminding viewers of the value of peaceful coexistence in our society.
The blue herd is stopping in Alto Adige after previously grazing in Berlin, Brussels and Venice.
