Leda and the Swan, Marble sculpture in Havfruegrunden, Copenhagen, Denmark
The statue depicts a scene from Greek mythology where Zeus, transformed as a swan, encounters Leda near the Arsenal Harbour entrance.
Created in 1611 during King Christian IV's reign, the sculpture stood on an artificial islet until its removal in 1795 due to harbor modifications.
The statue represents classical mythology themes in Danish art, connecting Copenhagen's maritime heritage with ancient Greek narratives.
Located at coordinates 55.672 latitude and 12.582 longitude, the former site of the statue marks the entrance to Copenhagen's naval Arsenal Harbor.
The statue's location on Havfruegrunden gained recognition for reported mermaid sightings in the surrounding shallow waters during the 17th century.
Inception: 1610
GPS coordinates: 55.67200,12.58200
Latest update: March 7, 2025 18:54
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