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 Caland Monument on Veerkade in Rotterdam | |
| Location | Scheepvaartkwartier, Rotterdam |
|---|---|
| Material | Stone |
The Caland Monument in the Scheepvaartkwartier, Rotterdam, Netherlands, commemorates engineer Pieter Caland, who designed the Nieuwe Waterweg, the direct sea connection to Rotterdam. The monument was unveiled in 1907, based on a design from 1906 by H.J. Evers and Arend Odé, and was funded by the citizens of Rotterdam.[1]
The monument consists of a monumental fountain with a square base supporting an obelisk topped by a spherical motif. Atop the obelisk is a winged female figure holding the caduceus. Below this are the coats of arms of the city and province, recalling the history of the waterway. On the front of the monument is a memorial stone featuring a bronze profile of Caland, surrounded by a laurel wreath and a suitable inscription. Additional inscriptions are found on the commemorative plaques on the three remaining sides. Two bronze child figures symbolize Rotterdam's trade and industry.[2]
The monument was originally located at Van Hogendorpsplein, roughly where Churchillplein is today. In 1939, it was moved to Veerkade by Veerhaven due to traffic considerations, which helped it survive the bombing in May 1940.
Trivia
[edit]Rotterdam poet-singer J.H. Speenhoff wrote a song in 1911 titled De diender van het Calandmonument ("The Sentinel of the Caland Monument").[3]
References
[edit]- ^ Calandmonument, Mens & Dier in Steen & Brons standbeelden.vanderkrogt.net. Archived on January 10, 2023.
- ^ Rotterdamsch Nieuwsblad December 24, 1907 mauricedumas.nl (archived)
- ^ De diender van het Calandmonument seniorplaza.nl (archived)
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