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Abt Vogler
Abt Vogler's Bronze Bust with Student Reliefs
Counts toward these achievements:
Darmstadt: First Steps10 pts
Darmstadt: Explorer25 pts
Darmstadt: Insider50 pts
The bronze bust of Abt Vogler from 1890 stands on a syenite base, framed by wrought iron fencing. The monument features reliefs of his students Giacomo Meyerbeer and Carl Maria von Weber, erected by the Cologne Men's Choir and Darmstadt art enthusiasts. It is recognized as a cultural heritage monument in Hesse.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1890
- Heritage Status
- Cultural Heritage Monument
- Wheelchair Access
- Fully accessible
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
Guided Story
You're standing in front of the bronze bust of Abt Vogler, crafted in 1890. Nestled on a sturdy syenite base, it's framed by a low wrought iron enclosure. The monument is adorned with reliefs of his most famous students, Giacomo Meyerbeer and Carl Maria von Weber. Recognized as a cultural heritage monument in Hesse, it was erected by dedicated members of the Cologne Men's Choir and art enthusiasts from Darmstadt. Just a short walk to the north, you can find the Mathildenplatz.
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Monuments of Darmstadt — Walk IIStop 7 of 15
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Industrial-Era Darmstadt — Walk IIStop 5 of 13
