Entropa art installation

So, no matter what mess the country is in, we are all supposed to show a proud and beautiful facade. As it turned out, however, in the Entropa installation case there was no selection process. They are all edgily ironic and potentially offensive — some more than others — but none of them are entirely gratuitous. Not only are squat toilets still easily found in Bulgaria a reminder of its failure to become totally Europeanized, but they speak of its strained relationship to its ethnic Turks and hint at the role played by the small yet powerful political party representing them.

Create a lightbox Your Lightboxes will appear here when you have created some. Save to lightbox. Estonia and Portugal. Satirical, controversial piece depicting countries stereotypes. Czech sculptor D. A representation of Spain. Luxembourg is made from gold and dominated by a 'for sale' sign. The map of Poland features a group of Catholic priests raising the rainbow flag.

Some countries fared worse than others. Britain's absence from the installation might be seen as a blessing in the context of Bulgaria's representation as the floor of a urinal. Contact your company to license this image. All Royalty-Free licenses include global use rights, comprehensive protection, simple pricing with volume discounts available. Newspapers and magazines except for covers , editorial broadcasts, documentaries, non-commercial websites, blogs and social media posts illustrating matters of public interest.

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