A cat's ear that represents the Me Too movement

Created by Swedish artist Camilla Akraka, 'Listen' stands 3 metres high on Umeå's Rådhustorget. This statue represents the global Me Too movement against sexual harassment and assault. The artwork is made of polyester composite, painted with a hard, reddish-brown lacquer, and features a cat-like creature.

Camilla Akraka created the artwork 'Listen' in 20_. It is a public sculpture located at Rådhustorget in Umeå. The statue represents the Me Too movement, a global initiative against sexual harassment and assault. Made of polyester composite and painted with a hard, reddish-brown lacquer, the statue features a cat-like creature. The open gap in the statue is painted with a gold bronze legaming. Three artists were asked to submit proposals for an open tender conducted by Umeå kommun's Culture Board in 20[TBC]. Camilla Akraka's proposal was selected from the shortlisted candidates.

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A cat's ear that represents the Me Too movement

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