Peter Bech
Peter Bech is a Danish sculptor recognized for creating the controversial 'Big Mermaid' statue, which has faced criticism for its portrayal of female form. Despite the backlash, Bech defends his work, arguing that the statue's proportions are simply reflective of its scale and expressing his desire to keep it in the community.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
Recent news mentions
Peter Bech, a Danish restaurateur who designed and commissioned Big Mermaid, said he could not understand what the fuss was about.
‘pornographic’ Copenhagen attraction to be removed due to size of breasts
Australia· 2025-08-06Peter Bech created a new version of the mermaid statue in stone in 2006.
Copenhague retirará una enorme estatua de ‘La sirenita’ por “fea y pornográfica” | Cultura
Spain· 2025-08-05
Peter Bech commissioned the sculpture known as 'Store Havfrue' in 2006.
Dänemark: Streit um die nackte „Große Meerjungfrau“ - Panorama
Germany· 2025-08-05
Artist Peter Bech, who created the statue, does not understand the criticism and believes the proportions are appropriate.
”Pornografisk” sjöjungfru tas bort i Danmark
Sweden· 2025-08-05
Peter Bech has said he does not understand the criticism of his sculpture.
Denmark to remove ‘pornographic’ mermaid statue, reports say | Denmark
United Kingdom· 2025-08-04