Friedrich Wilhelm von Reden monument, Bronze monument in Market Square, Chorzów, Poland.
The monument depicts Friedrich Wilhelm von Reden standing tall, crafted in bronze by sculptor Theodor Kalide and installed in the central market area.
Created in 1853, this monument recognizes Friedrich Wilhelm von Reden's role in developing mining and metallurgy industries throughout Upper Silesia during the late 1700s.
The statue represents industrial advancement in Silesia, marking the introduction of steam-powered pumps and coke usage in European steel manufacturing processes.
Visitors can find the monument at coordinates 50.2973812, 18.9557282, with the preserved original head displayed at the Museum of Metallurgy in Chorzów.
The monument experienced multiple destructions and reconstructions, with the current version created by Augustyn Dyrda in 2002 following the original 1853 design.
Location: Chorzów
Creator: Theodor Kalide
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 50.29738,18.95573
Latest update: March 4, 2025 20:01
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