Statue of Leopold II, Protected monument in Ekeren, Belgium.
The bronze statue of Leopold II stands in a classical pose, depicting the monarch in ceremonial attire with detailed sculpting by Joseph Ducaju.
The statue, inaugurated in 1873, represents Leopold II who ruled Belgium from 1865 to 1909 and maintained personal control over the Congo Free State.
Modern protests and discussions about colonial history have led to plans for relocating the statue to a museum collection rather than its original pedestal.
The monument currently stands near a church in Ekeren, with renovation works planned for the surrounding square starting in 2023.
Red paint and fire damage mark the statue's surface, reflecting recent social movements addressing Belgium's colonial past and historical accountability.
Location: Antwerp
Inception: 1873
Creator: Joseph Ducaju
GPS coordinates: 51.27746,4.41782
Latest update: June 8, 2025 09:50
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