Marcel Ayme Monument, France
From series “The Most Unusual Statues and Monuments”Year: 1989.
Among the most unusual sculptures in Paris, one must definitely mention the monument dedicated to the writer Marcel Aymé. The monument, opened in 1989, is located in the Montmartre district and is known to the general public under the unofficial name of 'man walking through the wall'. The unofficial name completely reflects the main particularity of the sculpture. The monument is the outstanding writer who walks through the stone wall.
The novel titled 'Man walking through the wall' was written by Marcel Aymé in 1943 and remains up-to-date. The bronze monument attracts many tourists. The proof of this is the lightning-polished hand of the writer. According to a legend, one must necessarily touch them for happiness. The artists believe that it can also give inspiration.
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