Les Gavroches

In 2000, the statue was restored and transferred to the National Museum of Fine Arts (now MUŻA) in the same city, and a replica was placed at the Upper Barrakka.

[2] It was eventually taken to Malta by the Society of Arts, Manufacturers and Commerce, at a cost of £120 including packing and dock charges.

[1] The restoration was completed in 2000,[1] and to prevent future degradation the statue was transferred to the National Museum of Fine Arts in Valletta.

[5] In 2012, environment and culture minister Mario de Marco selected Les Gavroches as Malta's top treasure to be added to Europeana.

[2] The sculpture represents the themes of hope and innocence, highlighting the younger generation's aspirations for freedom and progress.

The sculpture's plinth with its 1907 inscription
Coat of arms of Valletta
Coat of arms of Valletta