Monument to the Weaver, Marble monument in Piazza Alessandro Rossi, Schio, Italy
The Monument to the Weaver is a marble statue in Piazza Alessandro Rossi in Schio that depicts a standing figure holding a shuttle and folded fabrics. The composition represents the importance of the textile industry to the region and its central role in the town's growth.
Sculptor Giulio Monteverde created this monument in 1879 at the request of industrialist Alessandro Rossi during Schio's peak years of textile production. The work was completed when the town was gaining importance through its growing factories and labor force.
The inscription on the monument emphasizes values like labor, family responsibility, and worker solidarity within the textile community. These messages reflect how people in this industrial town understood their shared purpose and identity.
The monument sits in a public square in front of the cathedral and is easily reached on foot where it invites people to linger. The location is accessible and offers a quiet spot for exploring the heart of Schio on foot.
The monument underwent complete reconstruction in 2004 after being struck by a crane during maintenance work the year before. This extensive restoration shows the town's commitment to preserving this work for future generations.
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