Monument to General Carlos M. de Alvear facts for kids
The Carlos María de Alvear Equestrian Monument is a famous statue in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It stands in a beautiful area called Recoleta. This monument honors Carlos María de Alvear (1788-1852), an important general and leader in Argentine history.
A famous French artist named Antoine Bourdelle created this amazing sculpture. He thought it was one of his best works.
The idea for the monument started in 1912. Bourdelle was chosen to create it in 1913. It took him almost ten years to finish the statue! Once it was ready, the monument traveled all the way from France to Buenos Aires in 1925. It has stood in its current spot since October 12, 1926. The statue and its base are made of polished pink granite and have extra bronze decorations by the artist.
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Where to Find It
The monument is located in a park called Plaza Julio de Caro. It's right next to the Palais de Glace, a well-known building. You can find it across Avenida Alvear, very close to Plaza Intendente Alvear. What's cool is that it's directly across from another monument that honors Carlos María de Alvear's son, Torcuato de Alvear. This area is right in the heart of Recoleta, a popular neighborhood.
About Carlos María de Alvear
Carlos María de Alvear was a very important person in Argentina's history. He was a general and a politician. He played a big role during the time when Argentina was fighting for its independence. He helped shape the country in its early years.
The Artist: Antoine Bourdelle
Antoine Bourdelle was a talented French sculptor. He lived from 1861 to 1929. He was known for creating large, powerful statues. The Alvear monument is a great example of his strong and expressive style. He often worked with bronze and stone.
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A view of the monument in Recoleta.
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Another angle of the impressive statue.
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The monument standing tall in the plaza.
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Looking up at the detailed sculpture.
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A closer look at the base and horse.
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Details of the figures at the base.
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The monument from a distance.
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The monuments of father and son.
See also
In Spanish: Monumento ecuestre a Carlos María de Alvear para niños
