Monumentab4b5694…e672Place of Remembrance
Gustav-Meyer-Denkmal
Tribute to Berlin's Garden Innovator
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Created by Albert Manthe in 1890, the Gustav Meyer Memorial honors the city's garden director Gustav Meyer, who was born on January 14, 1816, and died on May 27, 1877. The marble bust on a granite pedestal was dedicated by Meyer's friends and admirers.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1890
- Height
- 0.8 m
Guided Story
Here you find yourself before the Gustav Meyer Memorial, crafted in 1890 by Albert Manthe. This marble bust on a granite pedestal honors Gustav Meyer, the city's garden director, born on January 14, 1816, and passing away on May 27, 1877. Manthe created this piece to commemorate Meyer's contributions to the city's green spaces. Take a moment to observe the intricate details of the bust, which was dedicated by Meyer's friends and admirers. Just to the east is the Rosengarten, a fitting reminder of Meyer's impact on urban gardening.
Location
Nearby
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