Winckelmann-Denkmal

The Winckelmann-Denkmal is a bronze statue standing on a stone base in central Stendal. The monument displays inscriptions on its pedestal that reference the subject's role in developing systematic approaches to studying ancient art and artifacts.

The monument was created in 1859 by sculptor Ludwig Wilhelm Wichmann to commemorate an 18th-century scholar. This subject revolutionized how people studied ancient cultures by introducing organized and systematic methods to archaeology.

The monument honors a scholar whose writings shaped how Europeans understood ancient art and its development. Walking around the pedestal, visitors can observe how the inscriptions emphasize his role in transforming how people looked at and appreciated classical works.

The monument stands in the central district of Stendal and is easily accessible on foot. Visitors should allow a few moments to read the inscriptions on the base and examine the details of the bronze figure up close.

The inscription 'Von seinen Verehrern' on the pedestal means 'From his admirers,' revealing that supporters funded the monument. This method of commissioning was a significant mark of respect and recognition during the 19th century.

Location: Stendal

Inception: 1859

Creator: Ludwig Wilhelm Wichmann

Made from material: bronze

GPS coordinates: 52.60597,11.86094

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:03