Statue of Alexander Herzen in Moscow
Statue of Alexander Herzen in Moscow, Bronze monument in Presnensky District, Moscow, Russia.
The statue stands tall with Herzen depicted in contemplative posture, his hands clasped behind his back, wearing traditional 19th-century attire.
The monument was installed in 1959 to commemorate Alexander Herzen, founder of the Free Russian Press and influential figure in Russian socialist thought.
This regional heritage site reflects the Soviet period practice of honoring intellectuals who advocated for social reforms and peasant emancipation.
Located at coordinates 55.762868, 37.602337 on Tverskoy Boulevard, the statue provides a central meeting point near educational institutions.
The bronze figure captures Herzen's role as both writer and political thinker through details in facial expression and stance.
Location: Presnensky District
Inception: 1959
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 55.76287,37.60234
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:06
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