Mosaic people and snails at Te Puna Quarry Park

On my last visit to Te Puna Quarry Park in late Spring I found these two sculptures rather amusing. These two were probably my favourite ones there, the one above is a mosaic sculpture of two people, a man and a woman plus having a cup of tea accompanied by their little dog.

And this one, a very large mosaic snail. Some people are so clever and creative don't you think? I love checking out unusual creations like this - definitely something different.

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Comments

Wayne said…

I think it's awesome that people can make beautiful object out of little pieces of colored glass

9 February 2016 at 04:14

Sallie (FullTime-Life) said…

Wow! I've seen mosaic works before but never a whole statue, and here are three! Fabulous, very creative and whimsical (I love whimsical...so I love these).

9 February 2016 at 08:04

Photo Cache said…

I love mosaic tile works. Love love love them.

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9 February 2016 at 10:37

Klara said…

they are so beautiful.

10 February 2016 at 07:54

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