Royal Sweet Diamond

The Royal Sweet Diamond bull, an unusual sculpture of Vancouver

At the foot of a building in central Vancouver, a life-size bronze bull catches the eye of passers-by: the Royal Sweet Diamond. This sculpture, at once imposing and unexpected, is the work of a renowned Canadian artist. The Vancouver audio-guided tour stops here to evoke the public art that punctuates the city's streets.

A work by Joe Fafard

The Royal Sweet Diamond bull is a life-size bronze sculpture by Joe Fafard, a famous Canadian artist known for his depictions of animals. Commissioned by the owner of the building, in tribute to a breeding bull, the work was installed at the foot of the building, in the downtown. It illustrates the place of animals and humour in the public art of Vancouver.

What to see

The sculpture, realistic and life-size, surprises by its presence in the middle of the urban setting. You observe it during a stroll, like a touch of humour and countryside in the heart of the city. It is a light and unusual stop, illustrating the richness and diversity of public art in the streets of Vancouver.

Practical information

The Royal Sweet Diamond bull lies at the foot of a building in central Vancouver, reachable on foot and by public transport. It is an open-air work, freely visible at all times, with no ticket office. On the level, it is discovered during a walk in the downtown.

Who created the Royal Sweet Diamond bull?

The Canadian artist Joe Fafard, known for his animal sculptures; the life-size bronze work was commissioned by the owner of the building.

What does the Royal Sweet Diamond sculpture represent?

A life-size bull, in tribute to a breeding bull dear to the owner of the building, become a curiosity of the public art of Vancouver.