Eino Leino

The bronze statue portrays the poet in deep contemplation, standing 4.2 meters tall including its granite pedestal in the northeast section of Teatteriesplanadi.

Sculptor Lauri Leppänen created this monument in 1953 to commemorate the 63rd anniversary of Leino's first poem publication in Hämeen Sanomat newspaper.

The statue features an engraved verse from Väinämöinen's Song, reflecting the poet's influence on Finnish literature and national identity through his works.

The memorial statue stands near the intersection of Pohjoisesplanadi and Mikonkatu streets, accessible through multiple public transportation routes in central Helsinki.

During the casting process, a five-mark coin was embedded in the statue's hand, referencing Leino's statement about maintaining wealth with a single mark.

Website: https://hamhelsinki.fi/en/sculpture/eino-leino-lauri-leppanen

GPS coordinates: 60.16757,24.94518

Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:47