Amanda, Granite statue in Kerteminde, Denmark.
Amanda is a granite statue in Kerteminde showing a full-figure representation carved entirely from solid granite by sculptor Robert Lund-Jensen. The work depicts a female form and stands as a clear landmark for visitors exploring the town.
The work was created in 1954 and was inspired by Sophie Krag, a 19th-century woman from Kerteminde who pursued a career as an actress in Copenhagen. This historical connection tied the statue to a local story that remained significant across generations.
The statue represents the daughters of Kerteminde and is connected to a Danish song mentioning a local figure named Amanda, reflecting her importance in the town.
The statue is located in an easily accessible spot in central Kerteminde and can be reached on foot without difficulty. Visitors find it quickly as a clear landmark when exploring the town center.
The name Amanda comes from Latin meaning 'the one who should be loved,' which points to the work's role as a symbol of forgiveness and reconciliation. This deeper meaning gives the statue an emotional dimension beyond its purely artistic presence.
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