A sculpture by artist Antony Gormley chosen for a site on the Liffey quays divides opinion.
British sculptor Antony Gormley was selected to produce a piece of public art to stand on the south bank of the River Liffey at Seán O'Casey Bridge.
Six international artists were shortlisted to find a major piece of public art for the docklands area in Dublin.
Antony Gormley's piece, which has yet to be named, will stand at 48 metres high. The design has inspired debate internationally and in the docklands area.
Patricia Stewart of Lemon Street Gallery believes the sculpture will be a landmark for Dublin putting the docklands on the map. Artist Alice Hanratty believes the size of the sculpture is "ridiculous" and has no artistic merit.
The Dublin Docklands Development Authority (DDDA), who commissioned the piece, believe that the sculpture will be a signpost for this rapidly developing area. Sean Lambe, member of the selection committee, defends the art work describing it as iconic and memorable. He believes that the river location is ideal and planning permission is now being sought.
Suggestions for names for the sculpture can be emailed to the DDDA.
An RTÉ News report broadcast on 4 September 2007. The reporter is Sinéad Crowley.
