La estatua del rey Juan Carlos disparando con un rifle al Oso y el Madroño que ha durado diez minutos en Sol

The sight of a huge statue of a person aiming and shooting a rifle at an enormous bear and the symbol of Madrid is surely intriguing. This is what caught my attention when I came across the article “La estatua del rey Juan Carlos disparando con un rifle al Oso y el Madroño que ha durado diez minutos en Sol.”

According to the article, the giant statue of King Juan Carlos I, who ruled Spain from 1975 to 2014, was erected in Sol, one of Madrid’s most iconic plazas, to showcase the former monarch’s love for hunting. The statue that stands at 4.4 meters, portrays the King holding a rifle, and aiming at a massive bear that stands next to the Madroño tree, a popular symbol of Madrid.

The article reports that the statue was only meant to be an exhibit and was set up for just ten minutes. However, the statue remained in Sol for approximately an hour, allowing passersby and curious onlookers to get a glimpse of the sculpture. The statue’s display didn’t go down well with several people who took to social media, condemning the monument’s promotion of hunting.

In my opinion, this article highlights the significance of public art and how it can shape people’s views and beliefs. It also raises questions about the king’s legacy and his choices, as some found it questionable to honor his love for hunting in such a way. Overall, this article offers an opportunity for reflection on how we choose to celebrate public figures and how sensitive we should be when doing so.