Facundo Yebne becomes the first Argentine artist to expose Lincoln Roadthe pedestrian iconic of Miami Beach. Your sample “Unity Beak and Proud Love”It is exhibited until June 30, deploying two monumental sculptures created with thousands of multicolored rubber ducklings that are already positioned as the new visual icons of the place.
The installation, strategically located at number 716 of Lincoln Road, presents two monumental works with deep meaning. “Proud Love”a heart of 2.44 meters composed of approximately 5,000 ducklings of rubber arranged in the colors of the pride flag, and “Unity Beak”an emotional two duck sculpture kissing built with near 16,000 smaller patitas. The sample, inaugurated in coincidence with the Pride of Miami Beach and continuing throughout the international month of pride, transforms a universally nostalgic object into a symbol of solidarity.
The visual impact does not stop on sculptures. Input maceteros and Lincoln Road concrete bollards are wrapped in colorful covers with unique diagonal designs that incorporate local elements such as sun rays and terrazo patterns, extending the artistic presence throughout the entire pedestrian.
This famous pedestrian, designed in the 60s by the legendary architect Art Deco Morrisattracts more than 11 million annual visitors. In its 8 apples it houses More than 200 stores, coffees, galleries and restaurantsfrom international brands such as Zara and H&M to recognized cultural spaces such as New world Symphony and the Colony Theatre.
The works of the Argentine creator stand out among the facilities of other renowned public artists such as Gillie & Mark y Daniel Andersoncontributing to the rich tradition of public art of Lincoln Road, declared as the National Historical Registry District since 2011.
“Patitos are a universal symbol of tenderness, but also of Collective resistance. Everyone has their identity, and together, they form something bigger. That is the essence of these works, “says Yebne to Infobae about his proposal.
Lincoln Road, which extends from the Atlantic Ocean to Biscayne Bay, continues to consolidate as the cultural epicenter of Miami Beach. Along with the new sculptures, visitors can enjoy an incomparable offer, with restaurants that have outdoor terraces and culinary options that include from Italian cuisine to Mexican, Cuban, Argentina and more.
The pedestrian also houses the Farmers Market Dominical, one of the oldest in southern Florida, where local and tourists enjoy fresh products and local crafts. On weekends, space is transformed into a large activity center with free yoga classes, antiquities markets, and musical presentations that encourage nightlife.
For the Argentine artist, creator of Fly Miami Art, his presence in this international tourist meca not only marks a milestone in his career, but also for Latin American art in southern Florida. This recognition is enhanced by its recent selection to participate in the XV Biennial of Florence 2025one of the most prestigious contemporary art exhibitions in the world. The Biennial Curatorial Committee has issued a favorable opinion on its participation in the category of Installation arta recognition that reaffirms the international relevance of the creator in the current creative panorama. The Florence Biennial gathers more than 600 artists and designers from 84 countries, and in its last edition it had more than 13,000 visitors, operating under the auspices of the European Parliament, the Italian commission for the UNESCO and the Italian Ministry of Culture.
