Gate of the Kiss

The Gate of the Kiss features two massive travertine stone pillars supporting a larger architrave, with carved circle motifs representing kisses on each column.

Constantin Brâncuși created this monument in 1938 as part of a memorial ensemble dedicated to Romanian soldiers who died during World War I.

The monument incorporates traditional Romanian symbolic elements, with the kiss motif appearing on its pillars representing the connection between life and death.

Located along a 1,275-meter axis in the city park, the Gate of the Kiss connects with other Brâncuși sculptures, including the Endless Column and Table of Silence.

The monument underwent significant restoration work in 2003 through World Bank funding, requiring specialized techniques to preserve its distinctive stone characteristics.

Location: Târgu Jiu

Location: Gorj County

Inception: October 27, 1938

Creator: Constantin Brâncuși

Part of: Sculptural Ensemble of Constantin Brâncuși at Târgu Jiu

Address: Bd. Brâncuși Constantin 12, în Grădina Publică, municipiul Târgu Jiu 210192 210192

GPS coordinates: 45.03940,23.26900

Latest update: May 13, 2025 17:06