David Replica (Lake Alfred, Florida)
Date: 2001
Region: North America
Subject: Nudity
Medium: Sculpture
Confronting Bodies: Lake Alfred residents
Dates of Action: April, 2001
Location: The statue is placed in front of the Fountain and Falls shop, Lake Alfred, Florida
Description of Artwork: A 500 pound, five foot replica of Michelangelo's David
The Incident: The owner of the Fountain and Falls shop placed the sculpture outside of their business, which prompted a series of complaints by town residents to City Hall. The City Manager found no legal action to take against the shop owners, but asked that they cover the David with a loincloth as a courtesy to the residents.
Results of Incident: The shop owners bowed to pressure and wrapped a cloth around the figure's waist. Chuck Cole, the shop's manager, said he intends to replace the cloth with a leopard-print bandana. The statue has attracted more attention since the cloth was added.
Source: Orlandosentinel.com, 4.26.01