US EditionControversy Erupts over ‘Kitsch’ Sculptures in Port
The Port Authority approved the six-month display of Neptune and Venus statues, a tribute by artist Ginés Serrán amid debate and opposition from some groups.
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Controversy erupts over ‘kitsch’ sculptures in port
Malaga residents face a heated cultural clash following the Port Authority’s approval for monumental bronze statues by artist Ginés Serrán Pagán. Critics brand the works “pretentious” and “kitsch”, likening them to Marvel superheroes rather than classical art. Supporters view them as daring additions to the city’s maritime heritage. Carlos Rubio, president of the Malaga Port Authority… Source
The board of directors of the Port of Malaga has ratified this Friday the commitment to install the two statues of great dimensions that have generated controversy for a few weeks in the city. It is a Venus with a sun —five meters high— and a Neptune accompanied by a fishing net —7.5 meters—, in addition to two lions of almost two meters high. Yes, instead of a period of 25 years as initially foreseen, they will be only for six months without po…
The board of directors has voted in favour of the installation for half a year without possibility of extension, they have only voted against UGT and the deputy delegate of the government His installation could be carried out next week Ginés Serrán, author of the
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