Van Tuyll-monument, Bronze statue at Olympisch Stadion, Netherlands.
Description
The Van Tuyll-monument is a bronze statue located within the Olympisch Stadion complex, standing on a brick base and depicting a figure in an athletic pose. The roughly 2.7-meter-tall sculpture now sits inside the stadium building, positioned near the Marathon Tower.
History
The monument was created in 1928 by sculptor Gra Rueb and architect Jan Wils to honor F.W.C.H. Baron van Tuyll van Serooskerken, the first president of the Dutch Olympic Committee. Originally positioned at the stadium entrance, it was moved indoors in 2022.
Culture
The monument represents the connection between Dutch sports administration and Olympic history through its placement at the stadium that hosted the 1928 Games.
Practical
The statue is housed inside the Olympisch Stadion building and is easily accessible to anyone visiting the stadium. You can view the monument during your time at the stadium without needing special arrangements or taking extra detours.
Did you know?
The bronze figure carries a foundry signature from Leiden and was originally surrounded by specially designed flower pots at its base. These architectural details reveal the careful attention paid to the monument's design integration.
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