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12-Foot Bronze Statue in Times Square Challenges Traditional Monuments

‘Grounded in the Stars,’ by artist Thomas J. Price, features a plus-size Black woman and contrasts with Times Square’s existing statues of white men.

The 12-foot-tall bronze statue of a woman, from artist Thomas J. Price, was installed in Times Square this week.
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Times Square 12-foot tall bronze sculpture was created by Thomas J. Price.

Overview

  • The 12-foot bronze statue, titled 'Grounded in the Stars,' was installed on April 29, 2025, in Times Square and will remain on display until June 17, 2025.
  • Created by British artist Thomas J. Price, the statue is part of the Times Square Arts Projects and funded by a mix of public and private sponsors, including Morgan Stanley and the New York State Council on the Arts.
  • The artwork depicts a fictional plus-size Black woman in casual attire, designed as a composite to represent shared humanity and cultural diversity, rather than a specific individual.
  • Positioned at ground level, the statue contrasts with Times Square’s permanent statues of white men, inviting personal reflection and engagement from passersby.
  • The installation has drawn polarized reactions online, with some praising its message of inclusion and others ridiculing its appearance or comparing it to New York Attorney General Letitia James.