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🇫🇷 statue de Léopold Ier, roi des Belges de 1831 à 1865.

🇬🇧 Statue of Leopold the 1st, King of the Belgians from 1831 to 1865.

📷 Oostende (BE) - Mai/May 2015

Un square abritant une statue de Léopold 1er, roi des Belges, à cheval. La statue est posée sur un piédestal imposant. La place est entourée d'immeubles à appartements de couleur claire. Le ciel est bleu et il y a un beau soleil.
A square housing a statue of Leopold I, king of the Belgians, on horseback. The statue is placed on an imposing pedestal. The square is surrounded by light-colored apartment buildings. The sky is blue and there is beautiful sunshine.

#SculptureSaturday #StatueSaturday #StatuenSamstag

Los Raqueros.
📍 Santander.

#photography #photo #fotografia #blackandwhite #bnwphotography #bnw #monochrome #blancoynegro #streetphotography #travel

La imagen muestra un paseo marítimo junto al mar, con varias esculturas de bronce representando figuras humanas en distintas posturas: unas sentadas, otras agachadas y una en posición de salto hacia el agua. El mar está ligeramente agitado y al fondo se observan edificios, un muelle y personas caminando por el paseo. La fotografía está en blanco y negro, lo que resalta los contrastes entre el agua, las esculturas y el cielo.

Another #Zwinger Palace impression for #MonochromeMonday

#ZwingerDresden #DresdnerZwinger #art #sculptures #statues #Baroque #Barock #architecture #Architektur #stoneCarvings #stoneCarving #stoneWork #Steinmetz #Steinbildhauer #carvings #Kunst #Sandstein #Statuen #statue #Skulptur #Skulpturen #StatuenSamstag #StatueSaturday #historical #BWPhotography #BWPhoto #greyscale #grayscale #bnw #BlackAndWhitePhotography #BlackAndWhitePhoto #MonochromePhotography #Dresden

A black-and-white photograph capturing a putto statue, viewed from behind, perched atop the Zwinger Palace in Dresden. The putto, possibly draped in flowing cloth, gazes down into the expansive courtyard below. The statue’s intricate details, including the folds of the drapery, are highlighted against the grand Baroque architecture of the palace. The courtyard features symmetrical buildings with arched windows, decorative balustrades, and statues, all framed by a dramatic, cloud-filled sky.

#SilentSunday

#Zwinger #Dresden #ZwingerDresden #DresdnerZwinger

#art #sculptures #statues #Baroque #Barock #architecture #Architektur #archway #balustrade #stoneCarvings #stoneCarving #stoneWork #Steinmetz #Steinbildhauer #carvings #Kunst #Sandstein #Statuen #statue #Skulptur #Skulpturen #StatuenSamstag #StatueSaturday #stillerSonntag

This image captures a breathtaking architectural view of the Zwinger Palace in Dresden, Germany. The photograph is taken from an ornate archway, framed by intricate Baroque sculptures and decorative balustrades. Two statues, one on each side of the arch, depict classical figures, adding to the grandeur of the scene.

Beyond the archway, a long, symmetrical pathway stretches into the distance, flanked by low walls and additional statues. The pathway leads the eye towards a stately building in the background, set against a vivid blue sky with scattered clouds. The interplay of light and shadow enhances the intricate details of the stonework, showcasing the elegance and opulence of Baroque architecture.

#FriedrichNietzsche having some serious explaining to do in his hometown of #Naumburg

#StatueSaturday #StatuenSamstag

#statue #publicArt #öffentlicheKunst #art #Kunst #Nietzsche #HeinrichApel #cityscape #urban #Holzmarkt #NaumburgSaale #NaumburgAnDerSaale

This image features a bronze statue installation in a cobblestone courtyard. On the left, a statue of a young girl stands confidently with her arms akimbo, her short hair framing her face. To the right, a statue of an older man is seated on a raised stone pedestal, dressed in a long coat and holding a book or papers in his lap. The pedestal includes a plaque with inscribed text. The statues are positioned in front of a light yellow building with black-framed windows and doors, accented by delicate lavender-coloured trims. Potted plants add a touch of greenery to the scene.

🇫🇷 Voici un des monuments les plus curieux qu'il m'ait été donné de voir : la recevresse devant la basilique d'Avioth (55-FR) surnommée la basilique des champs car le village est assez petit et cette église est immense et semble perdue au milieux des champs comme on peut le voir sur la seconde photo.

Passez une bonne soirée! 👋 🙂

➡️ https://avioth.fr/wp/?page_id=218

🇬🇧 The "recevresse" in front of the basilica of Avioth (FR) is one of the most curious monument I could see. Already, such a big church in a so small village is impressive, so impressive that it is called basilica in the fields as we can see of the second photo.

Have a nice evening! 👋 🙂

#statueSaturday #statuenSamstag #Eglises #churches #patrimoine #heritage #erfgoed #Welterbe

La recevresse d'Avioth, un grand monument gothique muni d'une flèche posé sur des colonnes avec au centre une statue de la Vierge à l'Enfant. A l'arrière-plan, un bout de la basilique est visible, le ciel est bleu.
The "recevresse" of Avioth, a large Gothic monument with a spire placed on columns with a statue of the Virgin and Child in the center. In the background, part of the basilica is visible, the sky is blue.

Vue depuis un chemin à travers champs, la basilique d'Avioth apparaît imposante dans le paysage. La photo est prise en hiver, un jour bien gris.

Seen from a path across fields, the Basilica of Avioth appears imposing in the landscape. The photo is taken in winter, on a very gray day.

#SculptureSaturday #StatueSaturday #StatuenSamstag

Lazarillo de Tormes.
Salamanca.

#photography #photo #fotografia #blackandwhite #bnwphotography #bnw #monochrome #blancoynegro #streetphotography #salamanca #trees

La imagen en blanco y negro muestra una estatua de dos figuras humanas sobre un pedestal en un parque. Está rodeada de árboles y vegetación, con el sol filtrándose entre las ramas. Se aprecia un sendero de piedra en primer plano y un ambiente sereno y tranquilo.

Some #art and sophistication for today's #TongueOutTuesday and #Toothday, if you will. 🧐 These #sculptures adorn the #Zwinger Palace in #Dresden. There are loads of #statues and sculptures here, each uniquely expressive, so you'll be seeing more of them at some point. 😅
Of course, most have been restored, but around 150 of the 500 sculptures on the façades and roofs of the palatial complex are originals, making them 300 years old (though not these gentlemen).

#ZwingerDresden #DresdnerZwinger #Baroque #Barock #architecture #Architektur #stoneCarvings #stoneCarving #stoneWork #Steinmetz #Steinbildhauer #carvings #Portalschmuck #Satyr #Hermen #Kunst #Sandstein #Statuen #statue #Skulptur #Skulpturen #StatuenSamstag #StatueSaturday

A detailed view of the ornate stone carvings adorning the façade of the Zwinger Palace in Dresden. The image showcases intricately sculpted figures, each exhibiting dramatic expressions and dynamic poses. The figures, likely representing mythological or allegorical characters, are framed by elaborate Baroque architectural elements, including decorative scrolls and floral motifs. The craftsmanship highlights the grandeur and artistic richness of this historic palace, capturing the essence of its 18th-century architectural splendour.

#SculptureSaturday #StatueSaturday #StatuenSamstag

Statue du jouteur.
Sète. Francia.

#photography #photo #fotografia #blackandwhite #bnwphotography #bnw #monochrome #blancoynegro #streetphotography #france #statue

La imagen muestra un puerto urbano con varias barcas amarradas en primer plano. En el centro destaca una estatua sobre un pedestal, representando a una persona de pie levantando un objeto largo hacia el cielo. Al fondo se ven edificios históricos, farolas y palmeras, y se distingue una torre con reloj. La foto está en blanco y negro, lo que le da un aire nostálgico y sereno.

Good evening from Bad Schandau! This is the view from our holiday flat. Not sure if it's creepy or pretty damn cool. 😌

#SpookySaturday #statue #art #moody #atmospheric #mysterious #classical #Kunst #Treppe #Treppen #stairs #sculpture #Skulptur #SculptureSaturday #StatueSaturday #StatuenSamstag

A nighttime scene of a stone statue illuminated in a recessed archway. The statue, resembling a classical figure, stands on a small balcony with a wrought-iron railing, set into a dark, textured stone wall. Warm lighting highlights the statue and casts a glow on the surrounding stonework, creating a dramatic contrast with the shadows. Below, a set of stone steps with a metal handrail leads up to the balcony. To the right, a carved stone face is subtly lit, adding to the mysterious and atmospheric ambiance of the setting.

🇫🇷 Le Buste de Karl Marx dans sa maison natale à Trier (Trèves-DE) qui est aussi un musée à ne pas manquer si vous veniez à visiter cette ville aux multiples vestiges romains antiques.

Ce que j'ai retenu de cette visite faite il y a longtemps déjà : c'est que la pensée de Marx a été (et est toujours) dévoyée par des dictateurs sanguinaires qui maintenaient (maintiennent) les peuples dans l'asservissement alors qu'une élite vivait (vit) dans l’opulence toute occidentale! (Opinion personnelle)

https://www.trier-info.de/fr/musees/maison-de-karl-marx

🇬🇧 The Bust of Karl Marx in his birthplace in Trier (DE) which is also a must seen museum if you come to visit the city where many ancient Roman remains can be seen.

What I learned from this visit made a long time ago: it is that Marx's thought was (and still is) misguided by bloodthirsty dictators who kept (maintain) people in enslavement while an elite lived (lives) in entirely Western opulence! (my opinion)

https://www.trier-info.de/en/museums/karl-marx-house

#statuenSamstag #statueSaturday

Un buste de Karl Marx en bronze réalisé en 1971 par Gottfried Albert exposé devant un mur blanc dans la maison natale du penseur. La signature de Karl Marx est reproduite sur le mur. Le buste est posé sur une colonne blanche.

A bronze bust of Karl Marx made in 1971 by Gottfried Albert displayed in front of a white wall in the thinker's birthplace. Karl Marx's signature is reproduced on the wall. The bust is placed on a white column.

#Neptune doing some foam roller exercises (possibly) 🌊

📍 Port Of Liverpool Building, #Liverpool

#Faszienrolle #Neptun #WavyWednesday #Wellen #waves #Welle #wave #PortOfLiverpool #sculpture #sculptures #Skulpturen #Statue #StatuenSamstag #StatueSaturday #bronze #patina

A close-up of a weathered bronze sculpture depicting Neptune, affixed to the corner of the Port of Liverpool Building. The sculpture features intricate details, including flowing waves, with a distinctive green patina from age. The building’s grand, classical façade, with its tall columns and ornate architectural embellishments, forms the backdrop, adding to the historic and cultural significance of the scene.

Bavarian churches are something else ... 😳

📍St. Michael's Church, #Munich

The #angel, created by Hubert Gerhard in 1595, was originally intended for a tomb but now holds holy water

#StatuenSamstag #StatueSaturday

#Barock #Baroque #Renaissance #church #Kirche #Jesuits #Jesuiten #Jesuitenkirche #StMichaelMünchen #StMichaelMunich #Engel #statue #bronze #architecture #Architektur #München

A stunning interior view of St. Michael’s Church in Munich, captured from the perspective of the congregation facing the altar. The grand, vaulted ceiling is adorned with intricate carvings and ornate decorative patterns, showcasing the church’s magnificent Baroque architecture. The walls are embellished with elaborate mouldings and statues, adding to the sense of opulence and reverence.

In the foreground, a bronze statue of an angel stands with its wings spread wide, facing the richly decorated altar. The altar itself is accented with gold and religious iconography, drawing the eye toward its splendour. Rows of wooden pews, some occupied by visitors, lead toward the altar, enhancing the sense of depth and grandeur.

#FotoVorschlag: Flughafen // Airport

"Der Fall Daidalos und Ikaros" von Rolf Scholz (1985). Diese #Skulptur, die #OttoLilienthal zeigt, stand erst im Flughafen Tegel und wurde mit in den #BER umgezogen. Flugpionier Lilienthal baute etliche Flugapparate und glitt damit immer höher, schneller und weiter. 1896 aber brach er sich beim Absturz mit einem seiner Apparate das Genick – nach rund 2.000 erfolgreichen Flug- bzw. Gleitversuchen.
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"Der Fall Daidalos und Ikaros" by Rolf Scholz (1985) was originally installed at Tegel Airport and has now found a new home at #BerlinBrandenburgAirport. The #sculpture depicts Otto Lilienthal, the German "father of aviation," who built a series of gliders and pushed the boundaries of flight – gliding further, higher, and faster – until he broke his neck in a hang glider crash in 1896, after around 2,000 successful flight (or rather gliding) attempts.

#FlughafenBerlinBrandenburg #FlughafenBER #BerlinAirport #Statue #StatuenSamstag #StatueSaturday #art #Kunst #Bronze #RolfScholz

A bronze sculpture titled 'Der Fall Daidalos und Ikaros' by Rolf Scholz, located in the entrance area of Terminal 1 at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER). The sculpture depicts a fallen figure, representing both the mythological Icarus and the pioneering aviator Otto Lilienthal, lying face down with wings spread out behind. The figure is dressed in aviator attire, and numerous coins are scattered around the sculpture on the tiled floor, left by visitors as offerings or in remembrance. The setting is indoors, with a modern architectural background featuring large glass windows and wooden panels. The artwork, created in 1985, symbolizes perseverance in the pursuit of flight and honors Lilienthal’s contributions to aviation.

Get that m̶a̶n̶ h̶o̶r̶s̶e̶ #centaur a drink!

#StatueSaturday #StatuenSamstag #statue #Vexierwassergrotte #Zentaur #centaurs #Zentauren #Kentaur #Kentauren #Kassel #Wilhelmshöhe #BergparkWilhelmshöhe

This image features a classical marble statue of a centaur, a mythical creature with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse. The human torso is muscular and depicted in a dynamic pose, with one arm raised upwards as if holding something or reaching for something. The centaur's horse body is intricately carved, showcasing detailed mane and legs. The statue is set against a backdrop of rough, textured stonework, which appears to be part of a larger architectural structure. The statue is positioned behind an ornate wrought-iron fence, adding a decorative element to the scene. The statue exhibits some signs of weathering, indicating it may be located outdoors.

A memory of #HeverCastle for #SilentSunday

#stillerSonntag #StatueSaturday #Statue #sculpture #Skulptur #StatuenSamstag #rose #FlowerFriday #Blumen #Rosen #roses #rosesOfMastodon #flowers #Natur #nature #park #castleGrounds #Gartenkunst #garden #Garten #Schlossgarten #AnneBoleyn #Edenbridge #Kent #England #UK #flower #Blume #florespondence #bloomScrolling

A stone statue of a bearded figure in historical attire stands against a rustic stone wall. The figure is draped in a long, pleated robe and a cloak, with hands tucked beneath the fabric. The wall behind the statue is adorned with vibrant red climbing roses and lush green foliage, creating a picturesque, serene setting. The statue is positioned on a small pedestal, surrounded by tall grass and wild plants at its base, adding to the natural charm of the scene.

Så det finns #StatueSaturday tydligen… Förvisso en gravsten, men även staty!

#Photography #darktable #mft #MicroFourThirds #BlackAndWhite #Monochrome

En stående svartvit bild på en staty på en gravsten med texten ”BORGMÄSTAREN DR G.SVANBERG”. En häck och några träd i bakgrunden.

Triton for #StatueSaturday. He's part of the #Stuhlmannbrunnen fountain in Altona. The massive fountain (7.5 metres (25 ft) tall) was inaugurated in 1900 and depicts two centaurs battling for a fish, surrounded by sea creatures splashing water at them (with Triton among them). The centaurs are said to represent #Altona and #Hamburg, symbolising their rivalry for dominance in the fishing industry. Altona was once the German (and even European) "fishing capital" in the early 20th century and often clashed with neighbouring Hamburg. Imagine the horror of the people of Altona when their independent borough was absorbed into Hamburg in 1938 without prior notice!

By the late 20th century, the fountain had fallen into disrepair and was rarely used due to a lack of funds. It eventually became so damaged that it was closed off entirely. In the 1990s, a deal was struck with a local brewery: they donated funds for its restoration, and in return, they were permitted to cover the Altona Town Hall with beer advertisements for several weeks.

#PlatzDerRepublikAltona #HamburgAltona #Springbrunnen #bronze #Statue #sculpture #Skulptur #StatuenSamstag