The first major public sculpture by Chinese contemporary artist Ai Weiwei, titled Circle of Animals/Zodiac Heads comprises twelve monumental bronze animal heads. Seen here is one of the re-creations of the famous traditional zodiac sculptures that once adorned the fountain clock of Yuan Ming Yuan, the Old Summer Palace, located just outside Beijing. Circle of Animals/Zodiac Heads are on view outdoors just east of the museum’s Lynda and Stewart Resnick Exhibition Pavilion. Ai Weiwei is known for his engagement with Chinese history and these twelve animals show a bit of his subversive wit. This past weekend was beautiful; perfect for a stroll in LACMA's animal garden.
