Cristiano Ronaldo's Bronze Portrait Unveiled in Funchal
A bronze portrait of footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, created by sculptor Emanuel Santos, was inaugurated in Funchal, Madeira. Ronaldo commented he would remove some wrinkles but otherwise approved the work. The sculpture faced harsh criticism on social media. The event coincided with the renaming of the local airport after the athlete.
Key facts
- Cristiano Ronaldo commented on a bronze portrait by Emanuel Santos.
- Ronaldo said he would remove some wrinkles from the sculpture.
- The portrait was inaugurated in Funchal, Madeira.
- The sculpture faced criticism on social media.
- The airport in Funchal was renamed after Ronaldo.
- Emanuel Santos is described as not a professional sculptor.
- Ronaldo is a Portuguese and Real Madrid football star.
- The event took place in 2017.
Entities
Artists
- Cristiano Ronaldo
- Emanuel Santos
Institutions
- Real Madrid
Locations
- Funchal
- Madeira
- Portugal