Everything is possible, Recycled tire sculpture at Viikki Campus, Finland.
The five-meter-tall gorilla sculpture made entirely from used car tires sits in a contemplative position at the university campus entrance.
Created by Estonian artist Villu Jaanisoo in 2009, the sculpture won an invitational competition for environmental art at the University of Helsinki.
The sculpture represented environmental awareness through its recycled materials while serving as a symbol of endangered species at the science-focused campus.
Located in front of the Info Centre Korona, the sculpture remained accessible to visitors until its destruction by fire in January 2018.
Students frequently interacted with the large gorilla figure, appearing small in comparison when climbing into its tire-constructed arms.
Location: Helsinki
Inception: 2009
Creator: Villu Jaanisoo
Height: 5 m
Made from material: car tire
Address: Viikinkaari 11
GPS coordinates: 60.22739,25.01222
Latest update: April 5, 2025 22:29
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