1950s Robocop Sculpture Goes on Permanent Public Display in Andorra
Bonaventura Riberaygua's iron gear artwork from Cal Sabater mill installed along Ordino's Camí Ral pathway, transferred from family collection with.
Key Points
- Crafted in 1950s from iron gears and old mill parts at Cal Sabater.
- Remained in private Col·lecció Riberaygua SL until 2024 artist's death at 94.
- Installed via free transfer; Comú d'Ordino handles custody and maintenance.
- Inaugurated by family and officials, including plaque unveiling.
A 1950s sculpture named *Robocop*, crafted by Bonaventura Riberaygua from iron gears and parts of an old mill at Cal Sabater in Escaldes-Engordany, is now on permanent public display along the Santa Bàrbara section of the Camí Ral d'Ordino pathway.
The work, part of the Col·lecció Riberaygua SL, remained in the family's private collection since its creation. Riberaygua, who died in 2024 aged 94, saw his piece transferred outdoors at the explicit request of the owners. The Comú d'Ordino enabled the installation via a free transfer agreement, taking on custody and maintenance responsibilities.
The inauguration drew cònsols Maria del Mar Coma and Eduard Betriu, majority councillor Cristina Montolio, and family members, including the artist's son and grandson—both named Bonaventura Riberaygua. Key moments included Bonaventura Riberaygua Jr. and Maria del Mar Coma unveiling a descriptive plaque, followed by the cònsol reading a dedicatory statement.
The addition enhances the appeal of the well-used walking route, now featuring this family-endorsed public exhibit from the artist's legacy.
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