In the heart of Times Square, a striking new sculpture is sparking debate well beyond the art world.

Unveiled in Duffy Square at Broadway and 46th Street, Grounded in the Stars is a 12-foot bronze statue by British artist Thomas J. Price. The work features a plus-size black woman standing in a relaxed pose, dressed in everyday clothing — an image that stands in sharp contrast to the typical heroic or idealized figures found in public monuments.