El Lustra Botas - Medellin, Colombia
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member DougK
N 06° 14.673 W 075° 34.415
18N E 436550 N 690272
This sculpture of a boot polisher is located on the plaza of the Medellín Administrative Center.
Waymark Code: WMMBVA
Location: Colombia
Date Posted: 08/28/2014
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Outspoken1
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This sculpture of a man who shines boots is one of four bronze artworks located on the plaza of the Medellín Administrative Center done by Olga Ines Arango P. The figure is sitting on the ground with his boot holder between his legs and holding his shining rag in both hands. He’s wearing a sweater, long pants and boots. The sculpture is mounted on a 10” high, base about 3 feet square. A plaque is mounted nearby.

The sculpture can be seen in Google Street View.

Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: El Lustra Botas (Boot Polisher)

Figure Type: Human

Artist Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Olga Ines Arango P.

Date created or placed or use 'Unknown' if not known: 2003

Materials used: Bronze

Location: Medellín Administrative Center

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