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Sculpture: ‘ Carmela’ by Jaume Plensa

A Barcelona Sculpture Spotlight

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Oct 11, 2024
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In 2016, a striking sculpture graced the plaza outside the Palau de la Música Catalana, captivating the city and its inhabitants. This sculpture, named Carmela, created by renowned Catalan artist Jaume Plensa, was initially intended to be a temporary installation. Yet, the public’s profound connection to the work inspired a movement to keep Carmela in p…

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