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Happy faces as beloved Hirondelle artwork returns after brutal vandalism: ‘Haarlem residents can enjoy it again’

Happy faces as beloved Hirondelle artwork returns after brutal vandalism: ‘Haarlem residents can enjoy it again’

The 'Hirondelle' sculpture has been returned to its original location on Houtplein in Haarlem just over a month after being severely vandalized. Artist Jackie Sleper and the Stichting Beeldengalerij Haarlem celebrated the swift restoration and reinstallation of the beloved artwork.

Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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