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Mayor Chamber recalled the generosity of the teacher and the importance of the exhibits in the park |

The two sculptures of Antonio Campillo were stolen and destroyed for sale as scrap and re-look at the Murcia park dedicated in honor of the great sculptor.

The new sculptures - 'skipping' and 'The Dance', have been cast again and keep the legal numbering had earlier, so they are considered for all purposes the author's original work.

The Mayor of Murcia, Miguel Angel House, accompanied by the President of the Foundation Antonio Campillo, Clemente Garcia, the Councillor for Culture, Rafael Gomez, and the heir to the sculptor, Juan Pérez Ferra, this morning presented new works, which join the space they occupied until the robbery suffered last August 26 when they were torn from their pedestals.

The replacement of parts has been borne by the insurer that protects all the sculptures that exist in the city of Murcia.

Since the attack, the park is monitored by security cameras to prevent further damage.

Michelangelo Chamber recalled in his speech that "as Murcia first, and as Mayor of Murcia, I found that the generosity of the master for the city was unbounded.

Involved in dozens of solidarity campaigns, while their works embellished important museums around the world, donated to Murcia important pieces, including a woman on a bicycle which won him a Nobel Salzillo, which was incorporated successfully into the urban landscape of Murcia, providing new elements for the transformation of the city through its artistic heritage. "

House has insisted on the "shining path who is favorite son of Murcia, a sincere show of respect, affection and appreciation that they feel toward the Murcian sculptor who combined their expertise with their love for the city of Murcia."

The importance of works in the Sculpture Park lies in the artistry of each piece, Antonio Campillo selected as examples of his sculptural.

All are cataloged and have been exhibited in numerous exhibitions in Spain and abroad.

Since the opening of the park thousands of Murcia and tourists have come to the Prince of Asturias Avenue to enjoy the work of the sculptor.

Source: Ayuntamiento de Murcia