The Rubber Duck of Hong Kong

In Hong Kong Thursday, a giant, inflatable rubber duck floated into Victoria Harbor. As the duck drew up to Ocean Terminal, thousands lined the harbor front, cameras flashed, and brass bands blared their melodic tunes. 

The fifty four foot tall piece of art is aptly titled the “Rubber Duck Project.” The artist behind the monstrous toy is Florentijn Hofman, a thirty six year old Dutchman. The duck has spent time in Osaka, Sydney, Sao Paolo, and Amsterdam. 

Hofman says, “I see it as an adult thing. It makes you feel young again. It refers to your childhood when there is no stress or economic pressure, no worry about having to pay the rent.” The exhibit will remain in Hong Kong until June 9^th. The next stop is the Unites States, but where exactly is remaining secret.
http://www.cnn.com/2013/05/02/travel/hong-kong-giant-duck/index.html