Kvinna vid havet, Bronze sculpture at Sjömanstornet, Gothenburg, Sweden.
Kvinna vid havet is a 5-meter-tall bronze figure depicting a woman looking out toward the sea. Located beside the Maritime Museum, the sculpture captures a moment of watchful waiting.
The work was created in 1934 by Swedish sculptor Ivar Johnsson as a tribute to seafarers and their families. It was made during an era when maritime trade shaped Swedish life.
The figure captures the emotional bond between seafarers and the families left behind, a central part of Swedish maritime tradition. It shows how an artist transformed personal longing into bronze.
The sculpture sits next to the Maritime Museum and is easily reached on foot from central Gothenburg. Visitors can also use public transport or take a short walk along the harbor area.
The figure was positioned on an elevated location so it remains visible to departing ships. This placement makes it a potential focal point for sailors remembering those who waited for them.
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