Commissioned by the Second-Hand Booksellers of Catalonia for the 43rd Fira del Llibre d'Ocasió Antic i Modern, Homenatge al Llibre was envisioned as a testament to Catalan heritage, taking the form of a beloved Catalan toy in motion. However, technical and financial hurdles led to its transformation into a static sculpture, inviting a different sort of exploration for every onlooker. Since its installation in 1997, Homenatge al Llibre has stood tall, becoming a symbolic manifestation of Catalan literature. Each year, a plaque is added to its base to honor a renowned Catalan writer, names such as Joan Brossa, Pere Gimferrer, and Avel·lí Artís i Gener etched into stone. The streets of Barcelona, Spain, continue to welcome this moving monument, inspiring curiosity and further exploration.
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Written by Nik Frost
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