Ganymede, Bronze sculpture at Bürkliterrasse, Zurich, Switzerland
The bronze sculpture features Ganymede stretching his right arm toward the sky while facing a seated eagle representing Zeus at Bürkliplatz.
Art historian Heinrich Wölfflin initiated and commissioned the sculpture in 1942, leading to its installation on the Bürkliterrasse in 1952.
The installation coincided with Switzerland's decriminalization of homosexuality, making it an early public monument addressing male representation in art.
Located 1.2 kilometers from Zurich Main Station, the sculpture stands near Lake Zurich and provides access for visitors using wheelchairs.
Hermann Hubacher created his interpretation showing Ganymede actively requesting ascension to Olympus, different from traditional passive depictions.
Location: Zurich
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
GPS coordinates: 47.36601,8.54121
Latest update: March 4, 2025 20:42
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