Wilhelm von Humboldt Memorial, Berlin
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The Wilhelm von Humboldt Memorial to the left of the Humboldt University main building on Unter den Linden avenue in Berlin's Mitte district commemorates the Prussian polymath and education reformer Wilhelm von Humboldt (1767–1835). Created in 1882 by Paul Otto in neo-baroque style, the marble statue is a masterpiece of the Berlin school of sculpture.[1]
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ArtistPaul Otto
Year1882
MediumMarble
Dimensions5.70 m (18.7 ft)
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| Artist | Paul Otto |
| Year | 1882 |
| Medium | Marble |
| Dimensions | 5.70 m (18.7 ft) |
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Gallery
Early model by Reinhold Begas
Marble statue in 1952
Humboldt University main building
