Monumento a Luigi Galvani, Marble statue in Bologna, Italy.
This marble sculpture depicts Luigi Galvani observing the movements of a dead frog induced by a copper and zinc arc during his experiments.
The monument was inaugurated on November 9, 1879, created by sculptor Adalberto Cencetti after winning a public competition held in 1874.
Recognized as Bologna's first civic monument, this work celebrates the importance of scientific discoveries in Italian local culture and heritage.
Located in Galvani Square facing the Archiginnasio Library, the monument is wheelchair accessible and easily reachable during cultural city tours.
The statue captures the exact moment of Galvani's bioelectricity discovery, depicting a specific scientific scene rather than a traditional heroic pose.
Location: Bologna
Inception: January 1, 1879
Creator: Adalberto Cencetti
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
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Creator: Adalberto Cencetti
Address: P.zza Galvani, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy 40124 Bologna
Phone: +39051239660
Website: http://bolognawelcome.com
GPS coordinates: 44.49184,11.34306
Latest update: October 27, 2025 15:13
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