News about Aphra Behn

Furious homeowners in a picturesque English town have been left outraged after a 'distasteful' underwater sculpture is confused for a drowned woman. Those enjoying the views of the River Stour from Canterbury's bridges may be taken aback by its latest art piece. At first glance, passersby might be frightened when they see 'Alluvia' and could easily mistake it for being a dead body in the water. Made from recycled glass, LEDs and marine stainless steel, Alluvia's lifelike figure is glow-in-the-dark and was inspired by Shakespeare's Ophelia from Hamlet. But locals said the statue in a flower dress is offensive, tone-deaf and 'downright disturbing' and they want it gone.