'The Orange Plague': Naked Trump statue on display at European Parliament in Strasbourg
A 2.6-metre-tall, 23-karat gold-leaf statue of Donald Trump, depicted naked and crushing a smaller man's shoulders, has been unveiled in the European Parliament building in Strasbourg, France. The statue, titled 'The Orange Plague', is a satirical work by Danish artist Jens Galschiøt. It was installed inside the European Parliament, sparking controversy and reaction from politicians.
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- ✓ The statue is 2.6 metres tall and coated in 23-karat gold leaf.
- ✓ The statue depicts Donald Trump naked and crushing a smaller man's shoulders.
- ✓ The statue is titled 'The Orange Plague' and is a work by Danish artist Jens Galschiøt.
- ✓ The statue was installed inside the European Parliament building in Strasbourg, France.
What changed
The statue was unveiled and put on display at the European Parliament building in Strasbourg.
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Naked Trump statue 'Orange Plague' on display at European Parliament
A 2.6-metre-tall, 23-karat gold-leaf statue of Donald Trump, depicted naked and crushing a smaller man's shoulders, has been unveiled in the European Parliament building in Strasbourg, France. The statue, titled 'The Orange Plague', is a satirical work by Danish artist Jens Galschiøt. It was installed inside the European Parliament, sparking controversy and reaction from politicians.
Why it matters
The statue's display has drawn attention due to its provocative nature and the political tensions surrounding it. European Parliament officials have allowed the statue to be exhibited, but some politicians, like Slovak Premier Robert Fico, have called for its removal. The statue is seen as a commentary on Trump's policies and public image.
What is confirmed
- The statue is 2.6 metres tall and coated in 23-karat gold leaf.
- The statue depicts Donald Trump naked and crushing a smaller man's shoulders.
- The statue is titled 'The Orange Plague' and is a work by Danish artist Jens Galschiøt.
- The statue was installed inside the European Parliament building in Strasbourg, France.
- Slovak Premier Robert Fico has called for the statue's removal.
What to watch next
- Reaction from European Parliament officials to the statue's display
- Public response to the statue's presence in the European Parliament
- Potential diplomatic impact on relations between the EU and the US
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- Euronews.com — 'The Orange Plague': Naked Trump statue on display at European Parliament in Strasbourg
- Bloomberg.com — Slovak Premier Wants Statue Mocking Trump at EU Parliament to Go
- www.euronews.com — 'The Orange Plague': Naked Trump statue on display at European Parliament in Strasbourg | Euronews
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