Artist Creates Record-Breaking Giant Sock Monkey Sculpture
Emilia Evans-Munton, a recent graduate from the Glasgow School of Art, has made headlines with her massive sock monkey sculpture that has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the largest in the world. The sculpture, titled “Remember I’m Still Here” (2025), stands nearly 50 feet long and was originally created as an “ode to the toys that are left behind,” according to the artist.
The giant sock monkey, made from corduroy and stuffed with straw, was showcased at the Sculpture and Environmental Art program’s degree show at the Glasgow School of Art. Despite its size, the sculpture attracted attention from onlookers who were drawn to its whimsical and nostalgic charm.
After the degree show, the sock monkey made its way to the Field Maneuvers music festival in Norfolk, England, where it became even more weathered and worn from interaction with festival-goers. Despite its disfigurement, Evans-Munton sees this as a testament to the love and playfulness that the sculpture inspired in its audience.
The inspiration for the sock monkey sculpture came from Evans-Munton’s childhood memories of crafting similar toys with her mother and grandmother. Reflecting on the sentimental value of these toys, the artist wanted to evoke a sense of nostalgia and wonder with her giant creation.
Currently, the sculpture resides in the artist’s grandmother’s attic, safe from the elements but still holding the memories of its time spent engaging with viewers. The enduring appeal of the giant sock monkey serves as a reminder of the joy and comfort that cherished toys can bring, even in adulthood.
