A striking tribute: Valle-Inclán's statue unveiled in Pontevedra - delving into

Valle-Inclán statue, positioned in Pontevedra, Spain, showcases a homage to the celebrated Spanish author Ángel Fernández de la Fuente, known by his pen name Valle-Inclán. Positioned in Rúa do Griso square, it was sculpted by artists Xosé Santiago Herrero and Emilio Ferrero, and inaugurated in 2010. The monument stands as a symbol of appreciation for Valle-Inclán, who fostered a strong bond with Pontevedra, and whose figure in the statue is depicted exiting the House of the Muruáis, evoking memories of his library visits and immersion in cultural activities.

The statue depicts Valle-Inclán as a life-size dandy, adorned with a hat, a double-breasted jacket, cane, glasses, and a long beard. The bronze statue, weighing 3,500 kilograms, boasts a granite base and was crafted with assistance from poet Davidá Salgado.

The statue's right hand grasps a replica of the original manuscript of Valle-Inclán's play 'El caballero de la triste figura' (The Knight of the Sad Countenance), while its left hand rests on an open book, which is now revealed to be Volume I of 'Don Quixote'.

The statue also features various inscriptions on its pedestal, citing quotes from Valle-Inclán’s works. A bronze plaque at its base bears the names of the artists and the artisan responsible for its creation.

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