1, basic introduction
Son of the Earth is a large sculpture located in the Gobi desert on the red hillside of Guazhou County, Jiuquan City, Gansu Province. Compared with normal people, the sculpture is about15m long, 4.3m high and 9m wide. Like a giant baby, it has become a wonder of this desert Gobi.
It is not the same as the sculpture we remember, nor is it a Buddha, a bodhisattva, a historical celebrity, a mythical figure, etc. But the appearance of a big baby, and the baby is not sitting or lying down, but kneeling on the ground and sleeping quietly.
2. Production background
This giant sculpture "The Son of the Earth" was created by Professor Dong Shubing, director of the Sculpture Department of Tsinghua University Academy of Fine Arts.
After combing and studying the large-scale sculptures in the world at present, and trying to apply the existing large-scale sculpture creation materials in China, he finally chose red sandstone as the main material, used the model data obtained by three-dimensional scanning to carry out three-dimensional sculpture, and finally pieced together a large outdoor theme sculpture.
Matters needing attention in visiting the son of the earth:
1. Observe the regulations and instructions for visiting the sons of the earth. This includes following the instructions of the tour guide, not touching the exhibits and not entering the restricted area at will. Please keep quiet during the visit so as not to disturb other visitors and exhibits.
2. The son of the earth may have some restrictions on photography. Please understand the relevant regulations before visiting and observe the areas where photography is prohibited. Don't touch, move or damage the exhibits. Exhibits are precious cultural heritage, and we should respect and protect them.
3. Follow the tour route and safety instructions. Watch your step to avoid accidents. When you visit the son of the earth, you will have the opportunity to understand and appreciate different cultures. Please respect and learn from these cultures to improve your knowledge and understanding.
If accompanied by a tour guide, please listen carefully to their explanations. They will provide you with more information and background knowledge.