Hasebe – The Giant Pink Rabbit
The giant pink rabbit, installed on a hill in Colletto Fava, northern Italy, in 2005, surprised many as an art installation. Its sheer size—200 feet long and 20 feet high—is overwhelming, and its design, resembling scattered entrails, gives the impression that it fell from the sky. Aimed at allowing visitors to experience the world of “Gulliver’s Travels,” this piece exudes a truly otherworldly presence.
Initially, the rabbit was scheduled to be installed for 20 years, with 2025 as its deadline. However, due to the cold climate and the passage of time, its vibrant pink color has faded, and it is gradually turning into a gray, decaying figure. The giant, eerie appearance inspires both fear and awe in viewers, but perhaps that was the intention of the art. Now, its decaying form has also become a part of the symbol of the passage of time.
