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There are many reasons why people collect suitcases and a journey. In most cases, it is like taking a break from everything, relax and relieve stress. But there is the desire to learn the traditions and culture all over the world. Usually people are attracted to landscapes, beaches, sea, castles and museums. However, even the statue can be a symbol of the country. Along with painting sculpture is one of the most amazing art forms. It is not surprising that the value of certain works exceeds all bounds.

In the world there are statues that compete with each other for the title of the most attractive tourist attractions. People travel thousands of kilometers only in order to see them. Most of the statues are not in museums, and in the most unexpected places: on the tops of mountains, small islands or in private collections that are occasionally open to the public.

10. Statue of Christ the Redeemer, $ 3, 5 million





Each year, about 1, 8 million tourists come to Rio de Janeiro to watch the famous monument of Christ the Redeemer, hands trying to reach the beautiful beaches of Copacabana. The statue - 38 m, including the pedestal - 8 m; arm span - 28 m. Weight - 1,145 tons. The huge statue is considered one of the modern wonders of the world. Located on Mount Corcovado monument created architect and engineer Heitor da Silva Costa. Construction lasted from 1922 to 1931. and then there were 250 thousand dollars, now it was 3, 5 million.

9. Madame L.R., $ 36, 8 million



Supporting the modernist movement in art Constantin Brancusi is representative of minimalism. Nevertheless, his work is always fun to watch, because they look very original. Unlike other articles presented in this review, the work of Brancusi is a whole concept. The sculpture was born, probably, somewhere between 1914 and 1917. Previously owned by fashion designer Yves masterpiece Saint Laurent. In 2009, the oak statue height of 115 cm was sold in Paris for $ 36, 8 million.

8. The Statue of Liberty: $ 45 million



Known worldwide, the Statue of Liberty does not require lengthy submissions. It is a symbol of freedom and democracy in the United States. It was created by the French and the US government donated to the 100th anniversary of American independence. The opening of the Statue of Liberty was held October 28, 1886. In his left hand Lady Liberty holding the Declaration of Independence, and the right - a torch, symbolizing victory. Sculptor majestic statue is Frederic Auguste Bartholdi. His inspiration was the Colossus of Rhodes, dedicated to the Sun God. On the head of the Statue of Liberty crown is placed with seven rays, which symbolize the seven continents. The giant steel structure, on which the statue was designed by the famous engineer Gustave Eiffel. While the cost of the statue was $ 250 000. The money spent on its construction were collected by the contributions of the French people. Today, the cost of the statue is $ 45 million. Weight - 225 tons.

7. Tete, $ 52, 6 million



Created by the sculptor Amedeo Modigliani in the period between 1910 and 1912 Tete is the most expensive limestone statue. June 14, 2010 through a phone call it was bought by an anonymous collector. Literally, the word «Tete» means "head". The sculpture represents the image of a woman's face in tribal mask with her hair, thrown back. Creating your masterpiece, Modigliani was clearly inspired by the African symbolism. More than 60 inches tall sculpture has an interesting mixture of elements belonging to African culture and minimalist approach Constantin Brancusi.

6. Grande tete mince, $ 53, 3 million



Famous & quot; Grande tete mince & quot; Alberto Giacometti was established in 1954 and bought by an anonymous collector 4 May 2010 for $ 53, 3 million. Literally, the name of the statue means "big narrow head." If you look at the sculpture at a certain angle, the bust seems distorted. When looking at the half-face, the proportions seem normal, but if you look on the head with the front-end, the face looks abnormally narrow and long.

5. Spring Temple Buddha: $ 55 million



Currently, Spring Temple Buddha statue is considered the highest in the world. It is not as famous as others presented in this review, but it has earned a place of honor among the modern wonders. Its height without stand is 128 meters, and with Stand - 153 meters. It was built in response to the demolition of the Buddhas of Bamiyan (Afghanistan) by the Taliban in 2001. China still condemns the systematic demolition and destruction of Buddhist heritage throughout Afghanistan. Construction miracle statue was completed in 2008. It is twice as high as the Statue of Liberty is made of copper and depicts Vairocana Buddha. It is located in the village of Zhaocun in Henan Province, in the heart of China. The cost of the statue is $ 55 million.

4. Guennola Lioness: $ 57, 2 million



Historians say that the age of a lioness Guennola is more than 5000 years. Author of the sculpture is unknown, it belongs to the heritage of the Mesopotamian civilization of Elam. Sculpture is very small, only 3, 2 inches tall. It was discovered near Baghdad (Iraq). The sculpture depicts a hybrid creature, because human traits intertwine with animals, or rather features a lioness. Historians and art historians believe that the sculpture was made at a time when man invented the wheel and started the construction of the first settlements. In addition, the lion is a symbol of Mesopotamian culture. The statue was acquired by December 5, 2007 an anonymous collector for $ 57, 2 million, making it the most expensive antique sculptures ...

3. "For the Love of God": $ 100 million



The most modern statue in the review. A strange combination of platinum, a human skull, diamonds and human teeth for the expression of the love of God. The work belongs to the contemporary artist Damien Hirst. The inspiration for the statue sculptor received from 200-year-old Aztec turquoise skull. Skull cast in platinum and adorned with real human teeth and diamonds with a total weight of 1,106 carats. It was created in 2007 and sold in the same year for $ 100 million.

2. L'Homme qui marche, $ 104, 3 million



Sold at Sotheby's February 3, 2010 a statue of L'Homme Qui Marche is the most expensive ever sold the statue. The sculptor Alberto Giacometti in 1961 created a masterpiece that is a human life-size. Height - 1, 82 meters. Title «L'Homme Qui Marche» literally means "a person who goes." Bronze statue symbolizes the human force. People with feelings, both happy and sad memories of walks through life, trying to keep his balance. It is not only the most expensive sculpture ever sold. Giacometti statue is also one of the most expensive works of art in the history of mankind. In 2010, Lily Safra, an avid art collector, paid for it $ 104, 3 million.

1. Mount Rushmore, $ 11 billion



Mount Rushmore is a symbol of American independence and freedom in America. In addition, it is also a tribute to the four great US president. Also known as the "mountain of Presidents" Rushmore in South Dakota perpetuates the faces of four American presidents who changed the destiny of the country. From left to right - George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln. Work on the 18-meter sculpture began in 1927 and was completed in 1941. At that time, the project cost was almost $ 1 million. At present, the amount of a masterpiece is $ 11 billion in today's dollars, making statues on Mount Rushmore, the most expensive in the world.

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