"Located in the Hamilton Gardens (near Gate 2), 'Little Bull' could be seen as a symbol of the Waikato's link to the dairy industry and agricultural splendour. But mostly the artist wanted to make an artwork that encouraged tactile engagement."[1]

The work was selected from five competition models, the work was presented to the City of Hamilton in commemoration of its first Century by Jaycees.

[1] Public Art | Waikato Museum : 'Little Bull'

See also:

• Robin Woodward, 'The Sculpture of Molly Macalister' in Art New Zealand, 26 (Autumn 1983).