Equestrian statue of Carlo Alberto
Equestrian statue of Carlo Alberto, Bronze equestrian statue in Piazza Mazzini, Casale Monferrato, Italy.
Description
This equestrian sculpture of King Carlo Alberto stands in Piazza Mazzini, showing him mounted on horseback in Roman senator attire, cast entirely in bronze. The figure rises above a granite pedestal that anchors it in the center of the historic square.
History
The sculpture was created in 1843 by artist Abbondio Sangiorgio to honor Carlo Alberto's restoration of the Senate of Casale Monferrato in 1837. This reinstatement of the judicial authority marked a significant moment for the city's independence.
Culture
The monument depicts Carlo Alberto in Roman senator dress and defines the character of the central square. It serves as a focal point for public memory in the city and is part of the daily landscape for residents.
Practical
The monument sits in the heart of the city on a large public square that is easy to reach on foot. The granite base provides space to stand and view the bronze figure from different angles.
Did you know?
This was one of the first major public monuments in Italy to depict a king on horseback dressed in classical Roman senator attire. The composition blended contemporary power with references to ancient Rome in a novel way.
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