Oscar Wilde Memorial Sculpture, Bronze sculpture in Merrion Square, Ireland
The Oscar Wilde Memorial Sculpture shows the Irish writer reclining on a block of white quartz in one corner of Merrion Square. Around the reclining figure stand two additional columns with quotations and mythological references.
The memorial was unveiled in 1997 by the poet's grandson, more than a century after his death in Paris. Two prominent Irish poets attended the ceremony.
The writer became known for his wit and social plays, which still draw visitors from around the world. The colored stones of jade and thulite recall his flamboyant dress and taste for provocation.
The sculpture stands in the northwest section of Merrion Square Park, opposite the writer's birthplace. The park is freely accessible and offers shaded paths for a leisurely walk.
The poet's face shows joy on one side and sadness on the other, reflecting his turbulent life. The contrasts of white and colored stone make the memorial visible from a distance.
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