Memorial of J.V Snellman, Memorial sculpture in Kokkola, Finland
The J.V. Snellman Memorial, created by artist Pekka Jylhä, stands as a bronze sculpture featuring the likeness of the Finnish philosopher and statesman.
Johan Vilhelm Snellman resided in Kokkola from 1813 to 1820, where he spent his formative years climbing the nearby Kokkokivi rocks and developing his early thoughts.
The 2006 memorial represents the strong connection between Snellman and Finnish national identity, reflecting his role in establishing Finnish as an official language.
Located at coordinates 63.8393509, 23.1374149, the memorial is situated near Kaarlelankatu, adjacent to the former yellow house where Snellman once lived.
The sculpture design incorporates specific elements from Snellman's philosophical work, including references to his educational reforms and nationalist principles in nineteenth-century Finland.
Location: Kokkola
Inception: 2006
Creator: Pekka Jylhä
GPS coordinates: 63.83935,23.13741
Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:02
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