Albrecht-Dürer-Denkmal, Bronze monument in Albrecht-Dürer-Platz, Nuremberg, Germany.
The Albrecht-Dürer-Denkmal is a bronze statue in central Nuremberg's Albrecht-Dürer-Platz that depicts the Renaissance artist in formal attire. The figure is positioned to gaze across the city, creating a strong visual presence in the public space.
The foundation stone was laid in 1828, approximately 300 years after the artist's death, to honor his artistic legacy. The monument was completed in 1840 and was among the first in Germany to commemorate an artist.
The monument shows the artist in a pose that symbolizes his connection to the city and underscores how important Dürer was to Nuremberg's reputation as a cultural center. Visitors can see here how the city honors one of its most famous sons and integrates his legacy into public space.
The monument stands in a central plaza and is freely accessible year-round without admission fees or fixed opening hours. The location is easy to reach on foot and lies near various transportation hubs, making a visit convenient.
The sculptor Christian Daniel Rauch designed the work, while the bronze casting was executed by Jacob Burgschmiet using traditional metalworking techniques. This collaboration between designer and craftsman shows how fine artworks were created during this period.
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