Monument to Leo Tolstoy on Prechistenka
Monument to Leo Tolstoy on Prechistenka, Monument at Prechistenka Street in Khamovniki District, Russia
Description
The Tolstoy monument at 11 Prechistenka Street is a granite sculpture portraying the writer standing with his head slightly tilted and hands resting at his sides. The red coarse stone work occupies a prominent location in central Moscow.
History
Sculptor Sergey Merkurov created the work in 1913, drawing upon a death mask he had made of Tolstoy in 1910. The sculpture represents early 20th-century Russian artistic approaches before the revolution.
Culture
The sculpture depicts Tolstoy in a contemplative pose that immediately connects visitors with the famous writer. The monument functions as a focal point for those seeking to engage with Russian literary heritage in the city.
Practical
The monument is easily accessible and located near other cultural institutions in central Moscow. The area benefits from good public transport links and walkable streets.
Did you know?
Merkurov employed an actual death mask as an artistic tool, giving the sculpture a documentary quality unusual for its time. This approach ensured the portrait captured precise facial features.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Khamovniki District).
State Alexander Pushkin Museum in Moscow
156 m
Multimedia Art Museum, Moscow
163 m
Central House of Scientists of the Russian Academy of Sciences
77 m
Leo Tolstoy State Museum
17 m
Khrushchev-Seleznev Estate
106 m
Jacob Reck building
50 m
Rezidence A. P. Jermolova
104 m
Давыдов усадьбаһы (Мәскәү)
176 m
Дом генерала Орлова
185 m
Московское пожарное депо
145 m
Mindovskiy's house
163 m
Embassy of Kenya, Moscow
35 m
Дом Лопухина — Станицкой
12 m
Дом А. И. Матвеевой
98 m
Церковь Спаса Нерукотворного Образа на Убогих домах
175 m
Жилой дом (Хамовники)
94 m
Жилой дом Соловьёвых (Хамовники)
152 m
Главный дом (Хамовники)
114 m
Городская усадьба (Хамовники)
159 m
Северный флигель (Хамовники)
159 m
Ostozhenka, 20
177 m
Главный дом (Хамовники)
140 m
Жилой дом (Хамовники)
174 m
Особняк (Хамовники)
123 m
Южный флигель (Хамовники)
123 m
Главный корпус Пречистенской пожарной части (в основе жилой дом Н.И. Ртищева, А.П. Ермолова) (Хамовники)
145 m
Палаты (Хамовники)
182 m
Ворота (Хамовники)
151 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes