Huseyn Javid Monument, Bronze sculpture in Baku, Azerbaijan.
The Huseyn Javid Monument is a bronze sculpture in Baku that depicts the poet Huseyn Javid and was created by sculptor Ömer Eldarov. The statue stands 5.5 meters tall and presents an artistic interpretation of one of Azerbaijan's most important literary figures.
Work on the monument began during Soviet times and was completed after Azerbaijan gained independence. It was officially unveiled on May 27, 1993, commemorating a writer who experienced political persecution.
The monument honors a poet whose writings remain widely read and appreciated in Azerbaijan today. Visitors come to connect with his literary legacy and acknowledge the contributions of this important cultural figure to the nation's intellectual life.
The monument sits near Huseyn Javid Avenue in central Baku, making it easy to reach on foot. The location lies in an active neighborhood with other attractions nearby, allowing for a longer visit in the area.
The poet was arrested in 1937 and died in a labor camp, his story long forgotten by many before this memorial. At the monument's unveiling, his daughter publicly spoke about his difficult past for the first time, restoring attention to both his suffering and artistic legacy.
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