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Frankie the Chrome Gnome

A 9-metre tall reflective steel statue of a garden gnome crafted by Gregor Kregar, a New Zealand-Serbian artist.

Langwarrin, Australia

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Nestled in the dappled woods of the McClelland Sculpture Park and Gallery, near giant weathered curling antlers, stands the stoic, philosophical, and reflective Chrome Gnome. After years of standing beside the Peninsula Link Freeway, startling birds and distracting drivers, Frankie was moved first to the corner of Hastings and McMahon Roads in Frankston, before settling into his new (and hopefully forever) home at the McClelland Sculpture Park and Gallery. 

An average-sized human will come up to his boot (and be happy for it), and only able to appreciate his delicious girth from a distance. 

Pensive and strong, this gargantuan guardian symbolizes strength and tenacity during uncertain times, while maintaining a sense of humor. 

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390 McClelland Dr
Langwarrin, 3910
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-38.145739, 145.176607
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