Cushion : Victor Balaguer (1824-1901). Spanish politician and writer
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Victor Balaguer (1824-1901). Spanish politician and writer
Victor Balaguer (1824-1901). Spanish politician and writer. Bust (1910) by Manuel Fuxa (1850-1927) at Ciutadella Park. Barcelona. Catalonia. Spain
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Balaguer Bearded Bust Capital Catalan Catalonia Chapiter Ciutadella Cloak Freemason Freemasonry Ionic Leal Liberal Manuel Moustache Movement Order Patriot Patriotism Politic Polity Renaixenca Romantic Romanticism Ciudadela
Medium 18" Cushion (46x46cm)
18"x18" (46x46cm) Fibre filled cushion with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone coloured faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
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Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Victor Balaguer (1824-1901): A Prominent Figure in Spanish Politics and Literature This bust of Victor Balaguer, created by the renowned Catalan sculptor Manuel Fuxa in 1910, stands proudly in Ciutadella Park, Barcelona, Spain. Balaguer, born in 1824, was a Spanish politician and writer, who played a significant role in the political landscape of Spain during the 19th century. Balaguer's facial features, as depicted in this sculpture, reveal a man of great intellect and wisdom. His thick beard and moustache, which were common among men of the time, frame his distinguished face. Balaguer's age is evident in the lines on his forehead and around his eyes, which add to the authenticity of the sculpture. Balaguer was a liberal politician who advocated for the interests of Catalonia and the Catalan language during the Renaixenca movement. He was also a Freemason, and the column and chapiter in the background of the bust are reminiscent of the symbols of Freemasonry. Balaguer's political career was marked by his commitment to patriotism and his dedication to the capital city of Spain. He was a prolific writer, and his literary works reflected the romanticism of the era. This bust, therefore, is not only a testament to Balaguer's political legacy but also to his contributions to Spanish literature. The Ionic order of the column and the intricate details of the bust are a nod to the classical art influence of the time. The bust, which is a contemporary work of art from the early 20th century, is a reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage of Spain.
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