Rabat: The Paloma Sculpture Arrives at the Mohammed VI Museum
The Mohammed VI Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (MMVI) has unveiled a new monumental sculpture at its entrance since Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Named Paloma, this granite artwork enriches the museum’s public space and exemplifies the National Museums Foundation’s (FNM) commitment to integrating art into the urban landscape.
A CREATION BY BEN & YANNICK JAKOBER
Created in 2006 in Majorca by artists Ben & Yannick Jakober, Paloma harmoniously fits within the artistic journey already present on the esplanade of the MMVI. It interacts with iconic works such as Ousmane Sow’s Maasai Warrior, Fernando Botero’s horse, as well as creations by Arman, Ikram Kabbaj, Farid Belkahia, and Niki de Saint Phalle.
THE MMVI ESPLANADE: AN OPEN AIR MUSEUM
This sculptural ensemble transforms the entrance of the Mohammed VI Museum into a genuine open-air museum, freely accessible to passersby in the heart of Rabat. This space encourages encounters between contemporary art, the city, and its inhabitants, while enhancing the cultural appeal of the capital.
A UNIVERSAL MESSAGE OF PEACE AND COEXISTENCE
Meaning “dove,” Paloma conveys a universal message of peace, balance, and coexistence. Its installation carries particular symbolic significance this year as Morocco hosts the Africa Cup of Nations, reminding us of the shared role of art and sport in bringing people together and fostering intercultural dialogue.
A GIFT FOR CULTURE
The sculpture was donated to the museum by the Morocco, Art and Culture Association, which is dedicated to promoting the arts and heritage. This gift is part of a long-term partnership with the National Museums Foundation, which appreciates the renewed trust from its donors and patrons—essential support for making art accessible to a wider audience.
