Little Princess Statue

"The Little Princess (Kiskirálylány) Statue, perched on the railings of the Danube Promenade in Budapest, is one of the city's most beloved symbols. Sculpted by László Marton, a renowned Hungarian artist and recipient of the Munkácsy and Kossuth Prizes, the original 50 cm statuette was created in 1972, inspired by a personal and tender moment. Marton drew inspiration from his eldest daughter, Évike, who as a child loved to play dress-up as a princess. She would don a crown crafted from newspaper by her father and use bathrobes as a royal mantle while playing in the garden or at the Tabán playground. Captivated by her imaginative spirit, Marton translated this playful, regal image into the Little Princess, capturing the essence of childhood creativity and innocence. The larger version of the statue was installed on the Danube Promenade in 1990, becoming an iconic fixture of the cityscape. Another version stands in Marton's hometown of Tapolca, and a replica was gifted to Japan, where it graces the plaza outside Tokyo Metropolitan Art Space. The original statuette remains part of the Hungarian National Gallery's collection."

"The Little Princess Statue, nestled along the Danube, captures the whimsy and dreams of Budapest. This endearing sculpture embodies the city's romantic spirit. As you stand before her, envision a world of possibilities and let her presence inspire you to embrace the magic of Budapest's nightscape, where fairy tales and reality intertwine in a captivating dance."

"This statue was inspired by the artist's daughter's love of dressing up as a princess, and sits alongside the Danube River. It also is a great photo opportunity as Buda Castle sits in the background."