Hedwig fountain, Public water well at Lindenhof hill, Zürich, Switzerland
The fountain at Lindenhof is a functioning water source made from bronze, iron, and stone that provides free drinking water to visitors. The installation serves today as both practical infrastructure and a memorial in an elevated location of the city.
Gustav Siber created the work in 1912 to commemorate events from 1292, when the city faced an attack. The creation refers to women who played a significant role in the defense during that time.
The fountain carries the name of a historical female figure who lives in the city's memory and is honored in a public setting. Visitors see a statue here that expresses this connection to the past through its representation.
The fountain is located at Lindenhof, an elevated point with free access that is easy to reach on foot. The water is drinkable and the site is public and available to all visitors during daytime hours.
A little-known detail from 1292 involves how women defended the city by wearing armor to deceive attackers into believing the forces were stronger. This unusual strategy is barely remembered by most visitors today.
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