The Toronto Downtown West BIA was thrilled to install a new bronze sculpture in the Entertainment District, by the internationally acclaimed artistic duo Gillie and Marc Schattner, known as Gillie and Marc. Titled, He Was on a Ride to a Safer Place, this interactive and captivating piece will be prominently displayed in David Pecaut Square for the next year, with the goal of delivering messages of equality, acceptance, and conservation.
Gillie and Marc have transformed public spaces around the world with their thought-provoking works. This latest sculpture, created specifically for Toronto, is designed to invite interaction, allowing visitors to engage directly with the art.
He Was on a Ride to a Safer Place features Gillie and Marc’s beloved characters, Rabbitwoman and Dogman, along with a majestic northern white rhinoceros, riding a bicycle-built-for-four. The public is encouraged to hop on the fourth seat, and go on a whimsical journey with them.
The sculpture, measuring 4.81 x 1.3 x 2.22 metres and weighing 1422 kilograms adds to the artists’ impressive portfolio of works seen in over 250 cities worldwide.