The bronze sculpture, resembling Melania Trump with an expressionless face and an arm raised in a wave, was reportedly stolen sometime this week. The disappearance was documented on Tuesday, and police have been unable to confirm the precise timing of the theft. Alenka Drenik, a police spokesperson, noted that investigations are ongoing as authorities look into the incident.
Residents of Sevnica, a small town of approximately 5,000, are left to speculate about the circumstances surrounding the statue's disappearance. Some believe it was a random act of vandalism, while others suggest it might have been melted down for cash. Interestingly, many locals do not view the theft as politically motivated. Igor Pavkovic, a lifelong Sevnica resident, expressed indifference towards Melania, stating that her rare appearances and actions are often "bizarre," making them hesitant to dwell on her.
Originally constructed in 2019 from a linden wood tree trunk, the statue was sculpted using a chainsaw, yielding a rather rough likeness of the First Lady. Despite its original intention as an artistic homage, the statue never quite resonated with the locals, leading to mixed emotions regarding its fate.
Melania Trump, who moved away from Sevnica in 1985, hasn’t returned to her homeland since, further fueling speculation about the relevance of this statue and its significance to the community.
Residents of Sevnica, a small town of approximately 5,000, are left to speculate about the circumstances surrounding the statue's disappearance. Some believe it was a random act of vandalism, while others suggest it might have been melted down for cash. Interestingly, many locals do not view the theft as politically motivated. Igor Pavkovic, a lifelong Sevnica resident, expressed indifference towards Melania, stating that her rare appearances and actions are often "bizarre," making them hesitant to dwell on her.
Originally constructed in 2019 from a linden wood tree trunk, the statue was sculpted using a chainsaw, yielding a rather rough likeness of the First Lady. Despite its original intention as an artistic homage, the statue never quite resonated with the locals, leading to mixed emotions regarding its fate.
Melania Trump, who moved away from Sevnica in 1985, hasn’t returned to her homeland since, further fueling speculation about the relevance of this statue and its significance to the community.
