A copy of the colossal sculpture known as Kiss statue (kiss of a sailor and a young nurse) will be soon removed from Cvitavecchia's seafornt. The Mayor and the majority of the local administration say there is no connection between the statue and the history of the town. Actually they are right.
The sculptor Johnny Seward was inspired by a photograph taken in 1945 by Alfred Eisenstaedt when Japan surrendered to the US. That's why that artwork has nothing to do with Italian culture.
Meanwhile prices for good necessary for basic survival and well-being continue to rise slightly, because of the lack of negotiations about Trumps' trade war.
The main problem for our country is that Italy's wine sales to the United States represent 25% of its wine exports. I hope our Prime Minister, who is visiting the White House right now, will be able to seek more lasting tariff relief.
HAPPY EASTER ☀
...that staue is iconic. Giorgio, I wish your a Happy Easter.
ReplyDeleteI wish you a peaceful Easter, Tom.
DeleteIt's interesting how art can evoke such strong feelings, especially when its history doesn’t quite match the local context. I hope the statue’s removal leads to something meaningful for the town. Also, I can feel the strain of the rising costs. Here’s hoping the talks bring relief soon. Wishing you a peaceful Easter! www.melodyjacob.com
ReplyDeleteThank you. Same to you.
DeleteI feel sorry for this statue! I like it! Maybe this city is famous only for this statue.
ReplyDeleteGiorgio, Happy Easter!
I wish you a peaceful Easter, Irina.
DeleteI think it's a very wise decision; that statue is out of place...
ReplyDeleteI hope this tariff war ends soon; it doesn't seem to be going very well for the United States either.
Yes, I think US' economy is trouble, that's why American policiy-makers are rising tariffs. Trump is not acting alone.
DeleteGiorgio, my good friend from wonderful Italy, I wish you a joyful Easter!
ReplyDeleteI wish you good health, much joy, all prosperity and the Blessing and protection of the Risen Lord Jesus!!!
Best wishes to you and your family!!!
Thank you, Anna. Same to you.
DeletePerhaps another work of art will be installed in the place where the statue stands. One that relates to the city. :)
ReplyDeleteThe photo at the harbor is beautiful.
I wish you a nice Easter weekend!
I hope another artwork will installed in that pedestrian area.
DeleteWishing you a happy Easter, Andrea.
While the removal of the Kiss statue reflects a local decision grounded in cultural relevance, it also highlights broader questions about global symbolism and diplomacy—especially as Italy navigates vital economic ties like its significant wine exports to the U.S., where ongoing tariff relief remains crucial for long-term stability.
ReplyDeleteThat kissing statue simbolizes an historic moment. The same popular attraction is also located in San Diego and Pearl Harbour.
DeleteOn the trade war front, Trump and Italy's prime minister agree on organize a meeting between EU and US in Rome in May. Meanwhile, a deal over the fate of social media platform TikTok may have to wait.
Bright and happy Easter! Christ is risen!
ReplyDeleteEs una linda estatua. Felices pascuas. Te mando un beso.
ReplyDeleteThe statue is lovely, I like it. Shame. Enjoy the weekend Giorgio :-D
ReplyDeleteI like the statue, however I understand it's removal coming up.
ReplyDeleteThe tariffs are a worry making more items expensive for everyone.
Happy Easter and take care
Since late January inflaction has been raising sharply because of Trump's trade war.
DeleteWishing you a happy Easter, Margaret.
It seems to me to make perfectly good sense to remove the statue that has no connection with Italy. Sophia Loren would be a better choice! Too bad for the Americans who will be deprived of drinking fine Italian wine and a cruel blow to wine producers.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you! A statue of Sophie Loren would be the right choice.
DeleteItalian wine makers are afraid Italy's export will decrease sharply. Actually, the stocks of Campari, the company who invented iconic cocktails like the Americano and Negroni in the 1920s, has decreased sharply since Trump got in office last year.
I congratulate you on the bright holiday of Easter. May warmth, peace and tranquility reign in your soul on this day. May there always be a peaceful sky above your head, and may your friends and family always remain close to you. I wish you understanding, love and harmony on this day, may all sorrows and grievances melt away like snow, and may happiness and luck illuminate your path.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your beautiful words and wishes, Irina. You are very kind.
DeleteWOW what a nice statue! I wish you a happy easter.
ReplyDeleteYour last photograph shows such a peaceful scene ... lovely.
ReplyDeleteSending my good wishes to you.
All the best Jan
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Nice statue. And the reflections in your last photo are stunning and serene.
ReplyDeleteFair enough to remove the statue if it doesn't fit the town’s history. Bigger worries right now anyway—like prices going up and the wine trade. Hope the PM sorts something out.
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