Public art and sculptures in Oviedo

Oviedo functions as an expansive open-air gallery, hosting over 100 urban sculptures integrated into its pedestrian streets and public squares. This collection ranges from Fernando Botero’s signature bronze figures in Plaza de la Escandalera to Eduardo Úrculo’s contemporary tributes and the vibrant mural-covered interior of La Iglesia Skate. These works commemorate local history, literary figures, and international icons, offering a diverse survey of public art within the city's historic center and San Francisco Park.

Sculptures and Public Art — Map

A

Mafalda

A bronze replica of Quino’s famous comic character sitting on a park bench in San Francisco Park, installed in 2014 to celebrate the author's Prince of Asturias Award.

Krolosus Krolosez / CC-BY-SA

B

Woody Allen

Life-sized bronze statue on Milicias Nacionales street, honoring the director after he famously praised the city upon receiving the Prince of Asturias Award for the Arts.

Krolosus Krolosez / CC-BY-SA

C

La Maternidad

A large-scale bronze sculpture by Colombian artist Fernando Botero, featuring his characteristic voluminous style, located in the central Plaza de la Escandalera.

Nacho / CC BY 2.0

D

Las vendedoras del Fontán

A bronze sculptural group in Plaza Daoíz y Velarde depicting traditional female market vendors, created as a tribute to the city's historic commercial life.

Nacho / CC BY 2.0

E

¡Adiós, Cordera!

Bronze sculpture by Manuel García Linares in San Francisco Park, inspired by the famous short story by Leopoldo Alas 'Clarín,' depicting two children with a cow.

Nacho / CC BY 2.0

F

El regreso de Williams B. Arrensberg

Also known as 'The Traveler,' this bronze work by Eduardo Úrculo in Plaza Porlier depicts a man surrounded by suitcases, symbolizing the concept of return.

Nacho / CC BY 2.0

G

Asturcones

A set of three bronze sculptures by Manolo Valdés in Plaza de la Escandalera, representing the native Asturian pony breed through stylized, monumental forms.

Zarateman / CC0

H

Neptuno Sobre Delfín

A classical sculpture representing the Roman god Neptune atop a dolphin, located within the city's historic monumental landscape.

Arquitrabe / C. Burgos / Public domain

I

La Iglesia Skate

A decommissioned church transformed into an indoor skate park, featuring 'Kaos Temple,' a series of massive, geometric multi-colored murals by street artist Okuda San Miguel.

J

La Guisandera

A bronze sculpture by María Luisa Sánchez-Ocaña honoring traditional Asturian female cooks, depicting a woman working over a pot accompanied by a young girl.

K

La Torera

Bronze tribute in San Francisco Park dedicated to Josefa Carril, a popular street photographer who worked in this location for several decades.

L

La bailarina

A stylized bronze sculpture of a dancer located on Calle de las Milicias Nacionales, created by artist Santiago de Santiago.

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