Unveiling of a sculpture by Monette Léger in Grand-Barachois

From left to right: Monette Léger, Viola Léger, Yvonne Arsenault, aged 97 years,
and Marcel Arsenault. (Photo: Gerard Lessard)

The unveiling of a sculpture by artist Monette Léger took place Sunday afternoon at the Arsenault family home in Grand Barachois, New Brunswick. The event was attended by over sixty people, including family and friends of the artist. This work has been carved into the trunks of an old poplar that had been planted there are about sixty years by Yvonne Arsenault. Marcel Arsenault had to cut it down two years ago, but had decided to retain the trunks in order to do something in the future.

After discussions with the artist, the latter decided to sculpt the masterpiece entitled "Regard" (Eng. "View"), which represents heritage. On this magnificent work which stands 11 feet tall, there are herons because of the Arsenault family's affection for the sea birds. The image of grandfather Théotime Robichaud is also represented holding a lantern that illuminates a nest containing 7 eggs, to represent the 7 grandchildren.

According to Marcel Arsenault, this work is a gift for the whole Arsenault family and its descendants. This sculpture by Monette Léger, her fifth in the region, is located at the Arsenault residence at 1934, Route 133 in Grand-Barachois. Although on private property, Mr. Arsenault invites people to come and appreciate the sculpture.