Juhan Smuul monument, Bronze monument in Koguva, Estonia.
The Juhan Smuul monument is a 3.5 meter tall artwork made of bronze and granite located in Koguva village within Muhu Rural Municipality. The combination of these materials gives the work a solid and enduring presence in the landscape.
The monument was originally placed in Kadriorg Park, Tallinn in 1990 before being relocated to Koguva in 2006 following restoration work. This relocation reflected changing decisions about how to honor the writer's memory in the region.
The monument honors the writer Juhan Smuul and his contributions to Estonian literature through the work of artists Tõnu Maarand and Rein Tomingas. It stands as a public recognition of his literary legacy in the community.
The monument stands outdoors among juniper trees in Koguva village and is easy to visit. The setting provides a peaceful environment for viewing the work and exploring the rural surroundings.
The monument received heritage protection status in 1995, marking its cultural importance. In 2006 it was acquired by Muhu municipality for just one Estonian kroon, a symbolic gesture reflecting the community's commitment to preserving the work.
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