POTI_24, Space Invader mosaic in Calle San Pedro, Potosí, Bolivia.
Description
This mosaic on Calle San Pedro shows a white creature with red eyes positioned above green italic lettering that reads 'WAS HERE'. The small artwork is made from tiles and sits directly on the building wall as part of a global street art movement.
History
This mosaic is part of an art movement that started in the 1990s and gradually expanded to buildings and walls around the world. The practice has evolved into a recognized form of contemporary street art that continues to grow across different continents.
Practical
The mosaic is located on a street in the historic center of Potosí and can be easily spotted while walking through the area. It is best viewed during daytime when light hits the tiles and brings out the colors clearly.
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