Sculpture d'épouvantail, Scarecrow sculpture in Béville-le-Comte, France.
Sculpture d'épouvantail is a granite work standing about 10 feet (3 meters) tall at the village entrance, depicting a human silhouette. The piece is titled 'Hulot chasse les oiseaux' and was created by artist Pierre Garçon.
The village received the title World Capital of Scarecrows in 1990 through an initiative by Michel Laurent, Serge Mogere, and Alain Brillant. This recognition marked the beginning of an artistic focus on scarecrows as a cultural and artistic theme.
This work embodies the connection between rural tradition and contemporary art practice. The transformation of scarecrows into artistic objects shows how everyday agricultural items can take on new meaning.
The sculpture sits at the village entrance and is accessible at all times, making it straightforward to visit without special planning. The best time for viewing or photography is during good daylight conditions in the morning or early afternoon.
This work is part of a larger collection of scarecrow artworks scattered throughout the village, each demonstrating different artistic approaches. Other pieces incorporate metal and varied materials, reflecting the range of creative expressions found in the location.
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