A weathered bronze statue of a standing, bearded male figure, identified as José Pedro Varela, is integrated into a multi-block, reddish-brown granular stone pillar, dominating the right half of the frame

A weathered bronze statue of a standing, bearded male figure, identified as José Pedro Varela, is integrated into a multi-block, reddish-brown granular stone pillar, dominating the right half of the frame. The statue exhibits significant green and blue-green patination. The figure wears a long, open-collared coat or robe; his right hand holds a pen-like implement near his waist, while his left hand rests nearby. His head is turned to the left. The statue stands on a low, rectangular bronze base, which is part of the larger stone pillar. This scene is located in Plaza Varela, Montevideo, Uruguay, specifically depicting a component of the Monument to José Pedro Varela. To the left of the monument, a modern, multi-story building with a reflective glass facade fills the background, characterized by horizontal bands and prominent vertical mullions. Below and in front of this building, a paved street is visible, bordered by green trees, one displaying subtle purple flowers. A white compact hatchback is partially visible on the street, and a lone individual walks in the distance near silver U-shaped bike racks. To the right of the monument, a cluster of palm trees with dense green fronds and reddish-brown fruit clusters stands against the sky. A tall, curved street lamp with a single light fixture extends into the upper-right quadrant. Further along the street, older, light-colored urban buildings are visible, accompanied by a parked dark-colored vehicle and a blue circular parking sign marked with a white "E". The sky is uniformly overcast and light gray. The environment is an urban public space, likely an intersection or square.