What was the original purpose of the Melania Trump statue in Slovenia, and how did it come to be replaced by a bronze version?

The original statue was a wooden sculpture created by Ales Zupevc, intended to honor Melania Trump. It was set on fire in July 2020 and replaced by a bronze statue unveiled in 2020 to ensure durability and resistance to fire.

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Bronze Statue of Melania Trump Stolen in Slovenia, Police Launch Investigation

Local police investigate the theft of a bronze statue of Melania Trump, sawed off and taken from her hometown in Slovenia.

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A life-size bronze statue of former First Lady Melania Trump has been stolen from her hometown of Sevnica, Slovenia, prompting a police investigation. The statue, which replaced a previously burned wooden version, was cut off at the ankles. Locals have mixed feelings about the statue, with some expressing indifference to its disappearance. The local artist who created the bronze statue believes it was intended as a political statement. This incident adds to the controversial history of Melania Trump-related statues in her native Slovenia.

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The theft of Melania Trump's statue in Slovenia marks a continuation of controversy surrounding art dedicated to her, as previous versions were also destroyed or vandalized.
Local sentiments toward the statue and the first lady appear mixed, with some expressing embarrassment over her representation and questioning the pride associated with her public image.
The artist behind the statue noted that its disappearance may be linked to the political climate, specifically regarding perceptions of Trump and his administration's impact on immigration.

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: The original statue was a wooden sculpture created by Ales Zupevc, intended to honor Melania Trump. It was set on fire in July 2020 and replaced by a bronze statue unveiled in 2020 to ensure durability and resistance to fire.
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