Le Chevalier EPI de La Combe
A Scrap Metal Sculpture on Geneva's posh Quai du Mont Blanc

Fida Wild

A stroll along Geneva's lakefront is always a pleasure. The splendid backdrop of the snow covered Mont Blanc mountain range is awe-inspiring enough.

But there are many attractions along the Quai du Mont Blanc, from the Ile de Rousseau all the way up to the Botanical Gardens. Heritage buildings line the street on one side and the sparkling Lac Leman with its Jet d'Eau the other side while sculptures, monuments and colourful flowerbeds beautify the space in-between.

What caught my eye last time I visited was a scrap metal sculpture, the Chevalier EPI de la Combe on the Rotonde du Mont-Blanc. The colourful installation is made of recycled material and prominently positioned with the Jet d'Eau, Geneva's landmark, in the background. The giant rider makes quite an impression with its height of 4.5 meters.

It is a sculpture commissioned by EPI (Établissments Public pour l'intégration), an organization that helps the less fortunate in our society to find work and provides help in all aspects of living.

The Chevalier EPI de La Combe made his appearance in December 2009 as part of the international celebration of the handicapped.

Unfortunately, I could not find out if it will be a permanent installation.

  

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