On August 21, 2008, the Pegasuses were placed in front of the Palace of the Republic at Krasiński Square. Initially, they were supposed to graze only until the end of Herbert’s Year, but they were so well received by the people of Warsaw that they stayed there for 16 years. In May 2024, having been heavily affected by the passage of time, they went to a sanatorium for a rejuvenation treatment carried out by the master of ceremonies, Mr. Włodzimierz Matyaszczyk.
On August 21, they landed in Pole Mokotowskie, on a meadow belonging to the National Library.
The beautiful meadow and the well-being of the plants around the National Library are personally cared for by Mrs. Katarzyna Ostenda—the godmother of the Pegasuses’ flight. Wildflowers and other plants, including those that deter ticks, are sown annually, making it safe to lie on the grass.
The Pegasuses are well cared for here, under the watchful eye of their Lady—the National Library. I am happy that the Pegasuses have received their second life now, after 16 years, when the circle of time has come full, and we are celebrating the 100th anniversary of Herbert’s birth.
I am very grateful to Mr. Włodzimierz Matyaszczak and his team for the wonderful restoration work!
I wish the Pegasuses a wonderful and long grazing!
On Saturday, September 28, at 1:00 p.m., as part of the Warsaw Autumn Festival, there will be an official welcome of the Pegasuses, combined with the premiere of Krzysztof Cybulski’s electronic miniature titled “Pegazy,” inspired by the installation. I can’t wait 🙂
Patron of the “Pegasuses” installation / NATIONAL LIBRARY
