Reformationsdenkmal, Memorial monument near Hospitalkirche in Stuttgart, Germany
The Reformation Monument in Stuttgart is a memorial featuring a central Christ figure holding a victory flag, flanked by statues of Martin Luther and Johannes Brenz. The work stands at Hospitalplatz in front of the south side of the Hospital Church with a main figure surrounded by reliefs and inscriptions.
The monument was created in 1917 by Jakob Brüllmann to mark the 400th anniversary of Martin Luther posting the Ninety-five Theses. After damage during World War II, the Christ figure was later restored by Emil Brüllmann, the original sculptor's son.
The reliefs on the monument's walls show scenes from rural life and include inscriptions from the Reformation period. These details tell the story of how ordinary people lived during this major religious shift.
The monument sits on Hospitalplatz, an open square in central Stuttgart that is easy to reach on foot. The location offers a clear view of the work from multiple angles without barriers.
The Christ figure atop the monument suffered significant damage during World War II and had to be carefully reconstructed afterward. This restoration by the original artist's son turned it into a symbol of rebuilding and endurance.
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