Monument to Quevedo

The Monument to Quevedo in the Glorieta de Quevedo is a bronze and marble sculpture featuring a standing marble statue of the writer Francisco de Quevedo. Four allegorical figures representing Satyre, Poetry, Prose, and History surround the central statue and form a cohesive sculptural ensemble.

Spanish sculptor Agustí Querol Subirats created the monument in 1902 as part of celebrations marking King Alfonso XIII's coming of age. The work was completed during a period when Barcelona was adding new monuments to public spaces to honor significant figures.

The statue depicts Quevedo wearing his characteristic pince-nez glasses, which became known as 'quevedos' in Spanish language after the writer. This naming reflects how deeply the poet's personality became embedded in everyday Spanish culture.

The monument stands at an intersection of several main streets, making it highly accessible to visitors. The nearby Quevedo metro station and multiple bus routes connect this location to other parts of the city.

A granite fountain from Badajoz was integrated into the base of the monument in 1999, replacing the original limestone structure. This addition significantly altered the lower portion of the ensemble's appearance.

Location: Trafalgar

Inception: 1902

Creator: Agustí Querol Subirats

Address: Glorieta Quevedo 1

GPS coordinates: 40.43363,-3.70425

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:20