Památník obětem střelby ve Fakultní nemocnici Ostrava, Memorial monument in Poruba, Czech Republic
The memorial at University Hospital Ostrava is a bronze sculpture representing an astronomical black hole, symbolizing extinguished and dark stars. The structure consists of five separate parts welded together, with text engraved on its sides.
The memorial was erected to commemorate the tragic events of December 10, 2019, when seven people lost their lives at the University Hospital Ostrava. It emerged as a response to this tragedy and now stands in a place of daily activity.
The memorial stands beside a granite Sun sculpture by Vladislav Gajda, creating an intentional contrast between darkness and light. This visual pairing invites visitors to reflect on how hope and sorrow coexist in shared spaces.
The memorial is located near the main entrance of the hospital and is easily accessible. The best time to visit is during daytime when you can see the details and surrounding space clearly.
The sculpture was cast at the Ještědský Bronze foundry in Liberec and received a special black patina treatment to enhance its symbolic meaning. This craftsmanship underscores the intention to create the memorial as both an artwork and a place of remembrance.
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