Monument Zhvanetsky, Odessa

Zhvanetski favorite satirist of all Ukrainians and, in particular, the citizens of Odessa. Each performance of the artist is characterized by particularly colorful Odessa humor. Most often they are criticized and the author ridicules human vices of all modern societies. Mikhail is a true personification of the city and its main representative.

The history of the monument

On this basis, it was decided to establish a monument in the city of the beloved satirist. It was opened in 1998. The date was chosen not by chance - April 1 Day of humor and laughter. The sculptor made Odessa B. Trask. This monument is unique because it is the only one of its kind pedestal mounted living classics. Figure satirist stands on a small pedestal in his hands he holds the paper, and lies at the feet of the portfolio. Even in the face of the sculpture of Michael Zhvanetskogo does not leave a smile. Not far away is the Odessa literary museum , which is certainly worth a visit.