Formula of Sorrow

The Formula of Sorrow monument features a 240-centimeter bronze sculpture depicting an abstract human figure kneeling with bowed head and folded hands.

Located near Alexander Palace, the memorial honors 250 Jewish victims who were executed by Nazi forces in Pushkin during World War II in 1941.

The monument combines avant-garde architecture with abstract art elements, reflecting Soviet artist Vadim Sidur's interpretation of violence and war through geometric forms.

Visitors can find this memorial at the intersection of Dvortsovaya and Moskovskaya Streets, with inscriptions in both Hebrew and Russian on granite plates.

The triangular granite pedestal displays Psalm 79:3, stating 'Their blood has been shed like water with none to bury them,' marking Jewish remembrance.

Location: Saint Petersburg

Location: Dvortsovaya Street

Location: Moskovskaya Street

Inception: October 13, 1991

Architects: Бейдер, Борис Хаимович

Architectural style: avant-garde, abstract art, underground culture

Height: 240 cm

Made from material: bronze, granite

GPS coordinates: 59.72208,30.39706

Latest update: March 9, 2025 09:04