Monument of Leo Tolstoy in Tula
Monument of Leo Tolstoy in Tula, Bronze monument in Tolstoy Square, Tula, Russia
Description
The Monument of Leo Tolstoy in Tula is a bronze statue depicting the writer in a forward stride wearing a peasant shirt tied with a rope belt. The sculpture stands at the end of Lenin Prospect on Tolstovsky Square in the city center.
History
The monument was unveiled in 1973, created by sculptor Vyacheslav Buyakin who made several revisions throughout the Soviet period. The sculpture was commissioned to honor the writer's profound influence on Russian culture and thought.
Culture
The statue occupies a central location in the city where locals and visitors gather to pay respects to one of Russia's greatest writers. It serves as a symbol connecting the community to Tolstoy's literary legacy.
Practical
The statue sits on a central square that is easily reached by following Lenin Avenue through the heart of the city. It stands in the open and can be viewed from all angles at any time.
Did you know?
The sculptor originally designed Tolstoy barefoot to symbolize his connection to ordinary people, but Soviet authorities insisted on adding shoes. This change reveals how political considerations shaped artistic choices during that era.
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