Negro marrons surprised by dogs, Slavery memorial in Avenue Louise, Brussels, Belgium
The marble sculpture depicts enslaved people with a child being confronted by dogs, standing on an octagonal pedestal with curved walls.
The Belgian state purchased Louis Samain's plaster model in 1894, leading to the installation of this marble sculpture in 1895 on Avenue Louise.
The sculpture draws inspiration from Harriet Beecher Stowe's novel Uncle Tom's Cabin, addressing the experiences of enslaved individuals escaping persecution.
The monument stands at coordinates 50.81613 latitude and 4.3719908 longitude, accessible to visitors exploring the Brussels-Capital district.
Edmond Legraive designed the distinctive octagonal base that elevates the sculpture, creating a visual foundation for the dramatic scene above.
Location: City of Brussels
Inception: 1869
Architects: Edmond Legraive
Creator: Louis Samain
Made from material: marble
GPS coordinates: 50.81613,4.37199
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:43
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