Equestrian statue of Albert, Bronze equestrian memorial at Mont des Arts, Belgium
The statue depicts King Albert I mounted on a horse, standing prominently at the intersection of Mont des Arts and Boulevard de l'Empereur in Brussels.
Completed in 1951 by sculptor Alfred Courtens, the monument commemorates King Albert I, who led Belgium through the challenges of World War I.
The statue forms part of a broader cultural complex featuring the Royal Library of Belgium, National Archives, and numerous museums at Mont des Arts.
Located near Brussels-Central railway station, the memorial stands on a pedestal designed by Jules Ghobert and measures over three stories in height.
The statue was transported and assembled in three separate pieces: the horse's body, its head, and the figure of King Albert I wearing military attire.
Location: City of Brussels
Inception: 1950
Architects: Jules Ghobert
Creator: Alfred Courtens
Made from material: bronze
Creator: Alfred Courtens
GPS coordinates: 50.84415,4.35627
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:42
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