Statue of Hermann von Helmholtz, Monument at Humboldt University of Berlin, Germany
The marble and bronze statue of Hermann von Helmholtz stands 290 centimeters tall in front of the Humboldt University of Berlin main building.
The monument was created by sculptor Ernst Herter and officially unveiled on June 6, 1899, marking the recognition of Helmholtz's contributions to science.
The statue represents Hermann von Helmholtz, a German physicist who made fundamental discoveries in thermodynamics, optics, and the conservation of energy.
The monument is accessible by wheelchair and maintains its original position at coordinates 52.5178477 latitude and 13.3937304 longitude in Berlin-Mitte.
The statue combines three different materials: Laas Marble, Marxgrüner Marmor, and bronze, demonstrating the advanced sculptural techniques of the late 19th century.
Location: Berlin-Mitte
Inception: 1899
Creator: Ernst Herter
Official opening: June 6, 1899
Height: 290 cm
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Made from material: Laas Marble, Marxgrüner Marmor, bronze
GPS coordinates: 52.51785,13.39373
Latest update: March 7, 2025 11:11
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