Illuminated sculpture of a woman projected onto a building at night, with spectators and palm trees in the foreground.
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A MASSIVE naked woman statue has triggered fury after being plonked in a busy city plaza without public input.

The 45-foot-tall, 32,000-pound sculpture shows a woman with her arms standing fully nude in one of San Francisco’s most iconic spots.

Illuminated sculpture of a woman projected onto a building at night, with spectators and palm trees in the foreground.
A 45-foot-tall statue of a naked woman in San Francisco has outraged some peopleCredit: San Francisco Chronicle via Gett
Illuminated sculpture of a woman's torso.
32,000-pound sculpture shows a woman with her arms standing fully nudeCredit: San Francisco Chronicle via Gett

Locals were blindsided when it appeared at Embarcadero Plaza earlier in April.

The display was allowed to skip public comment because it’s privately funded, and it hasn’t gone down well with everyone.

“Somebody put up a 45′ naked lady statue in San Francisco, nobody asked for it,” one X user wrote.

“I’d rather have another $1.7 million public restroom. Y’Know, something more practical,” added another.

“Now you have to walk between her legs to get from the Ferry Building to the Embarcadero.”

“This is going to block the iconic view of the Ferry Bldg. from Market St.?” someone asked.

The towering figure is titled R-Evolution and was first unveiled at Burning Man in 2015.

It was meant to go to New York’s Union Square but was deemed too heavy for the site.

As of April 2025, the sculpture is hovering over Market Street just steps away from the bay, and is expected to stay through October.

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For one hour each day, between 5 and 6 pm, her chest slowly rises and falls due to built-in electronics.

“Who funded this dumb ass s**t?” one furious commenter asked as photos of the statue spread online.

Many argue it sends a grotesque message in a city battling gentrification and displacement, Court House News reported.

Local street artists were temporarily booted to make room for it.

R-Evolution Specs

Height: 45 feet

Weight: 32,000 pounds

Location: Embarcadero Plaza, San Francisco

Creator: Marco Cochrane

Model: Deja Solis

First Unveiled: Burning Man, 2015

Recent Stops: Miami Beach, FL (2024)

Display Period: April–October 2025

Availability: Sculpture is up for sale or lease

Purpose: Described as a symbol of feminine strength and liberation

Special Feature: Statue “breathes” daily from 5–6 pm via built-in electronics

The aim is for R-Evolution to “activate the space” and foster an atmosphere that invites locals and tourists to visit, as stated by the Recreation and Parks Department.

“Public art is an essential element of San Francisco’s cultural identity, capturing the city’s diverse and creative spirit,” said Director of Cultural Affairs Ralph Remington in a press release.

He noted that the installation aims to embody the city’s spirit by “bringing people together, energizing public spaces, and proving the ability of art to trigger discussion, inspire connection, and rejuvenate our common urban scenery.” 

Though pitched as a symbol of female empowerment, some have pointed out the piece wasn’t even created by a woman.

The artist behind R-Evolution, 63-year-old Marco Cochrane, says it’s about shifting perspectives on gender and power.

THE ARTIST’S STATEMENT

“My mother was a feminist,” Cochrane wrote of the sculpture on his website.

“She handed off the torch to me about bringing feminine energy into the world.”

The wire sculpture is based on model Deja Solis and aims to show her “just breathing.”

But to some, it’s simply an eyesore in the middle of a city facing big challenges.

San Francisco is still struggling with empty office buildings and falling foot traffic in a post-pandemic world.

More than a third of office space sits vacant, according to researchers.

R-Evolution was brought in by the San Francisco Arts Association as part of a $300,000 effort to lure people downtown.

The project is backed by the Sijbrandij Foundation and produced by Building 180, a female-led art organization.

Illuminated sculpture of a woman at night, with a clock tower in the background.
The artist behind it, 63-year-old Marco CochraneCredit: San Francisco Chronicle via Gett
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