What, a sculpture depicting a man about to fall under a moving train is too much for you? Well, in that case, I guess it’s now safe to visit England, where such a sculpture has just been cancelled in the plans of London’s St. Pancreas station – which, by the way, is being renovated into the new home for Eurostar services to Paris and beyond.
The sculpture is actually of a man falling under a train car, being driven by the Grim Reaper. Its creator, Paul Day, says that it was meant to evoke the risks, challenges and fears that train drivers face during a typical day. While it is, I must admit, a rather noble purpose, I don’t blame the train drivers’ union and families of suicide victims for complaining that it is far too insensitive for public display. Station spokesman Ben Ruse said that while the company welcomed the “challenging” work, it would not be approved for final display in the station.
(Via AP)