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Statues of Goethe and Schiller at Weimar, 1858. Creator: Unknown
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Statues of Goethe and Schiller at Weimar, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Statues of Goethe and Schiller at Weimar, 1858. Sculpture of German writers and dramatists Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Friedrich Schiller. Rietschel, the Dresden sculptor, who was selected to execute these statues, has appropriately represented them grasping the same crown of laurel. This work added greatly to the fame of the artist, and earned for the him the Cross of a Commander of the Order of the Falcon'. From "Illustrated London News", 1858
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This photograph, published in the Illustrated London News in 1858, showcases the iconic statues of German literary giants Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Friedrich Schiller, located in the beautiful city of Weimar. The sculptures, created by the renowned Dresden artist Ernst Friedrich August Rietschel, depict the two writers and dramatists grasping the same crown of laurel, symbolizing their shared status as national heroes. Rietschel was chosen to execute these masterpieces, and the completion of the project significantly boosted his reputation, earning him the Cross of a Commander of the Order of the Falcon. Goethe, born in the 18th century, was a prolific poet, playwright, and novelist, whose works continue to influence literature and culture. Schiller, also an 18th-century figure, was a celebrated playwright and poet, known for his profound exploration of human emotions and moral dilemmas. The image of these two literary titans, immortalized in bronze, stands as a testament to their enduring legacy and the profound impact they had on German literature and thought. The photograph, with its rich historical context, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when these men were not just figures of the past, but living heroes whose works continued to shape the world around them.
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