Imbued with a global collection of good fortune tokens, Lucky Frog stands outside Casino Gran Madrid, gracing the Paseo de Recoletos in Madrid, Spain. Weighing in at 2,000 kilograms, this sculpture by Spanish artist dEmo was unveiled on April 3, 2014, and stands in the presence of Fernando Botero's Woman with Mirror.
Commissioned as a symbol of Casino Gran Madrid's grand opening, Lucky Frog showcases 34 talismans from diverse societies as a gesture of gratitude for Madrid's support of gaming legislation. The sculpture's underbelly is engraved with symbols of good luck from world cultures, including a scarab artifact, a four-leaf clover, the peace sign, and various currency and religious signs.
The patina, the protective coating on the metal, was applied by specialist Juan Manuel González. Its turquoise green is also considered lucky. The work was unveiled by journalist Carme Chaparro and actor Paco León to mark the restoration of legal gambling after 90 years.
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Written by Nik Frost
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