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More than just a Cheeky BumThe Sluggard Close Up

More than just a Cheeky Bum

In recent weeks a particular part of one of our sculptures has been getting a lot of attention: its buttocks. They have featured in the Liverpool Echo and on various social media platforms including one called @museumbums (yes, really …). But there is more to ‘The Sluggard’ than its pert behind, so let’s get to the bottom of the story.

Posted on: 16 October 2020