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4 March 20254 March 2025

The Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen

The Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen.
The Little Mermaid statue, located at the entrance to the port of Copenhagen, is one of the most iconic symbols of the Danish capital. This bronze sculpture, 1.25 meters high and weighing 175 kg, represents the protagonist of the famous fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen, “The Little Mermaid”.
The statue was commissioned in 1909 by Carl Jacobsen, son of the founder of Carlsberg beer, after being fascinated by a ballet based on Andersen's fairy tale. The work was created by the sculptor Edvard Eriksen and inaugurated on August 23, 1913. Eriksen used his wife Eline as a model for the body of the statue, while the face was inspired by the dancer Ellen Price.
Since its inauguration, the Little Mermaid has become one of the most visited tourist attractions in Copenhagen. Its picturesque location overlooking the Baltic Sea attracts millions of visitors every year, eager to see this melancholic and fascinating figure up close.
Over the years, the Little Mermaid statue has been the target of numerous acts of vandalism. It has been beheaded several times, daubed with paint and even blown up with a small charge of dynamite. Despite these incidents, the statue has always been restored and continues to represent a symbol of resilience and beauty for the city of Copenhagen.
The Little Mermaid's fame has inspired numerous copies around the world. A replica can be found in Solvang, California, while other versions of the statue can be seen in New Zealand, Thailand and even on the island of Ischia, Italy.
Visiting the Little Mermaid statue is a must-see for anyone visiting Copenhagen. This timeless symbol of the city not only tells a fascinating story, but also represents Danish culture and art around the world.

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The Little Mermaid statue is a 1.25 m tall, 175 kg heavy bronze sculpture located at the entrance to the harbour of Copenhagen and is one of the symbols of the Danish capital. It depicts the main character, the Little Mermaid, from one of Hans Christian Andersen's most famous fairy tales, The Little Mermaid. The statue was commissioned in 1909 by Carl Jacobsen, son of the founder of Carlsberg, who had been fascinated by Hans Beck's adaptation of the fairy tale into a ballet. It was created by the sculptor Edvard Eriksen (1876-1959) and first shown to the public on 23 August 1913. Eriksen used his wife Eline as a model.
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The Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen – La statue de la Petite Sirène à Copenhague – La estatua de la Sirenita en Copenhague – A estátua da Pequena Sereia em Copenhaga – Die Statue der kleinen Meerjungfrau in Kopenhagen – Tượng nàng tiên cá ở Copenhagen

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28 February 202524 February 2025

The statues on the facade of St. Peter's in Rome

Le statue della facciata di San Pietro a Roma

The statues on the facade of St. Peter's in Rome.
The most important Basilica of the Catholic Church has 13 statues and a clock on its facade.
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At the top are the statues, some over 5.7 m high, of Jesus, John the Baptist and eleven of the twelve apostles (Saint Peter is missing). On the sides of the same are two clocks made in 1785 by Giuseppe Valadier, the clock on the left, called Oltremontano, indicates the real time, the one based on the time zone, while the one on the right, called Italian, indicates the solar Italic time with the count starting at sunset of each day and the completion of the twenty-fourth hour at the following sunset; furthermore, another difference, the one on the left has the two classic hands of the hours and minutes while the one on the right has a single hand.
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The statues of the facade of San Pietro in Rome – Les statues de la façade de San Pietro à Rome – Las estatuas de la fachada de San Pietro en Roma – As estátuas da fachada de San Pietro em Roma – Die Statuen der Fassade von San Pietro in Rom – Những bức tượng ở mặt tiền của San Pietro ở Rome

25 February 202522 February 2025

The stylobate lion at the entrance to the Palazzo dei Priori

Il leone stiloforo all'ingresso del Palazzo dei Priori di Perugia

The column-bearing lion at the entrance of the Palazzo dei Priori in Perugia.
I like to photograph the statues of animals that I encounter while traveling. And this is not the first time that I encounter a lion holding up a column at the entrance of a building (in this case it is called a column-bearing lion).
This statue, which is a pair with the one on the other side of the entrance, is located at the entrance of the Palazzo dei Priori in Perugia, the building that is home to the Galleria Nazionale dell’Umbria.

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The stylophoros is an architectural term derived from Greek and meaning “style bearer”, that is, column bearer. It is used to indicate those sculptures of animals or fantastic monsters placed at the base of the supporting columns of the porches or even pulpits usually in Romanesque churches. Unlike the caryatid, a sculpture that replaces the entire column by acting as a support for the trabeation, the stylophoros constitutes only the base of the column.
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The stylophore lion at the entrance to the Palazzo dei Priori in Perugia – Le lion stylophore à l’entrée du Palazzo dei Priori à Pérouse – El león estilóforo a la entrada del Palazzo dei Priori en Perugia – O leão estilóforo à entrada do Palazzo dei Priori em Perugia – Der Griffellöwe am Eingang zum Palazzo dei Priori in Perugia – Sư tử Stylophore ở lối vào Palazzo dei Priori ở Perugia

24 February 202521 February 2025

The Rio de la Plata in the Fountain of the Four Rivers

La fontana dell Rio della Plata nella Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi a Roma

The Fountain of the River Plate in the Fountain of the Four Rivers in Rome.
The Fountain of the Four Rivers is one of the most famous works of the Roman Baroque, located in Piazza Navona in Rome. Designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and completed in 1651, the fountain represents the four great rivers of the four continents known at the time: the Nile (Africa), the Ganges (Asia), the Danube (Europe) and the River Plate (Americas).
The figure of the River Plate represents the American continent and is located on the western side of the fountain. This figure is depicted as a robust and powerful man, leaning on a rock. Here are some specific characteristics:
The figure of the River Plate is stretched out and looks downwards, as if he were about to slide away. The posture suggests a sense of movement and dynamism.
The figure is surrounded by exotic objects that allude to the riches of the Americas. Among these objects, there is a bag of coins, symbolizing the abundance of resources such as silver, of which the river is a representation (the “Plata” in Spanish means “silver”).
At the foot of the figure is an armadillo, an animal typical of the South American regions, which further contributes to the geographical and symbolic context of the sculpture.
The face of the figure appears frightened, perhaps reflecting the idea of the “New World” as a land still largely unknown and mysterious to the Europeans of the time.
The Fountain of the Four Rivers is a masterpiece of engineering and art, not only for its aesthetic beauty but also for its symbolism. It represents the papal dominion and the centrality of Rome in the Catholic world of the time. Each river is represented in a way that reflects not only the geographical but also the cultural and political characteristics of their respective regions.
The Rio de la Plata, with its representation of wealth and sense of discovery, embodies the idea of America as a land of opportunity and mystery.

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Tradition, which sees Bernini as a rival to his contemporary Borromini, has created the legend according to which the figure who represents the Rio de la Plata in the fountain raises his hand towards the church of Sant’Agnese opposite as a sign of defense against the imminent fall of the building. However, this remains only a legend since the construction of the church of Sant’Agnese in Agone began only later, in 1652.
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The fountain of the Rio de la Plata in the Fountain of the Four Rivers in Rome – La fontaine du Rio de la Plata dans la Fontaine des Quatre Fleuves à Rome – La fuente del Río de la Plata en la Fuente de los Cuatro Ríos en Roma – A fonte do Rio de la Plata na Fonte dos Quatro Rios em Roma – Der Brunnen des Rio de la Plata im Vierströmebrunnen in Rom – Đài phun nước Rio de la Plata trong Đài phun nước Bốn con sông ở Rome

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11 February 202517 March 2025

The Mercury statue on Købmagergade street

La statua di Mercurio in via Købmagergade a Copenaghen

The statue of Mercury on Købmagergade in Copenhagen.
In the heart of Copenhagen, along the lively Købmagergade, stands a statue that captures the attention of residents and tourists: the statue of Mercury. This sculpture, created in 1896 by sculptor Julius Schultz, is positioned on the roof of a building on the corner of Købmagergade and Klareboderne.
Mercury, in Roman mythology, is the god of trade, financial gain and travel. His presence on one of the main shopping streets in Copenhagen is no coincidence. The statue symbolizes economic prosperity and the importance of trade for the city. With his wings on his feet and the caduceus in his hand, Mercury symbolically watches over Købmagergade, one of the busiest and most dynamic streets in the Danish capital.
Købmagergade is one of the oldest streets in Copenhagen, with a history dating back to the 13th century. Originally known as Bjørnebrogade, the street has undergone many transformations over the centuries, becoming an important commercial hub. The Mercury statue was installed at a time when Copenhagen was experiencing rapid economic and urban growth.
Today, the Mercury statue is an iconic landmark for visitors to Købmagergade. Its elevated position allows it to be viewed from different angles, making it a perfect subject for photographs. The sculpture also adds a touch of elegance and history to the modern shopping street, creating a fascinating contrast between the past and the present.
It is not only a work of art, but also a symbol of Copenhagen's rich commercial history. It represents the importance of trade and economic prosperity to the city, making it an unmissable stop for anyone who wants to discover the beating heart of the Danish capital.

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The Mercury statue on Købmagergade street in Copenhagen – La statue de Mercure dans la rue Købmagergade à Copenhague – La estatua de Mercurio en la calle Købmagergade en Copenhague – A estátua de Mercúrio na rua Købmagergade, em Copenhaga – Die Merkurstatue in der Købmagergade in Kopenhagen – Tượng thần Mercury trên phố Købmagergade ở Copenhagen

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24 January 202520 January 2025

The expanse of small rocks of the Bay of Silence

La distesa di piccoli scogli della Baia del Silenzio a Sestri Levante

The expanse of small rocks in the Bay of Silence in Sestri Levante.
In the bay there is not only sand but in the part towards the Ex Convento dell'Annunziata, where there is also the statue of the fisherman, there is an expanse of small rocks that gently enter the sea.

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The expanse of small rocks of the Bay of Silence in Sestri Levante – L’étendue de petits rochers de la Baia del Silenzio à Sestri Levante – La extensión de pequeñas rocas de la Bahía del Silenzio en Sestri Levante – A extensão de pequenas rochas da Baia del Silenzio em Sestri Levante – Die Fläche kleiner Felsen der Baia del Silenzio in Sestri Levante – Những tảng đá nhỏ rộng lớn của Baia del Silenzio ở Sestri Levante

20 January 202525 March 2025

The statue of a lion in the port of Bergen

La statua di un leone nel porto di Bergen in Norvegia

The statue of a lion in the port of Bergen in Norway.
Walking in the center of Bergen, more or less in the area of the fish market, you find this beautiful and imposing bronze statue of a lion.

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The statue of a lion in the port of Bergen in Norway – La statue d’un lion dans le port de Bergen en Norvège – La estatua de un león en el puerto de Bergen en Noruega – A estátua de um leão no porto de Bergen, na Noruega – Die Statue eines Löwen im Hafen von Bergen in Norwegen – Tượng sư tử ở cảng Bergen ở Na Uy

25 December 202423 December 2024

The statue dedicated to Giuseppe Mazzini in Chiavari

La statua dedicata a Giuseppe Mazzini a Chiavari

The statue dedicated to Giuseppe Mazzini in Chiavari.
I always try to photograph things from different perspectives so as not to always repeat the same shots.
As in this case for the statue of Mazzini in the square of the same name in Chiavari. From behind and from the side on an afternoon without a market.

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Giuseppe Mazzini (Genoa, 22 June 1805 – Pisa, 10 March 1872) was an Italian patriot, politician, philosopher and journalist. A leading exponent of Risorgimento patriotism, his ideas and political action contributed decisively to the formation of the unified Italian State; the sentences he received in various Italian courts, however, forced him to remain in hiding until his death because he was a staunch supporter of the republican institution against the Savoy monarchy.
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The statue dedicated to Giuseppe Mazzini in Chiavari – La statue dédiée à Giuseppe Mazzini à Chiavari – La estatua dedicada a Giuseppe Mazzini en Chiavari – A estátua dedicada a Giuseppe Mazzini em Chiavari – Die Giuseppe Mazzini gewidmete Statue in Chiavari – Bức tượng dành riêng cho Giuseppe Mazzini ở Chiavari

16 December 202423 September 2024

The fountain in Paolo Centinaro square in Portovenere

Il leone della fontana in piazza Paolo Cantinaro a Portovenere

The lion of the fountain in Piazza Paolo Centinaro in Portovenere.
Walking through the narrow streets of Portovenere, one of the pearls of the province of La Spezia, I found this beautiful little square with this beautiful fountain.
The attention of my lens fell on this figure of a lion.

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Paolo Centinaro, a benefactor from Porto Venere, to whom the ancient square of the “Cisterna Pubblica” is dedicated, built by the Genoese in the 13th century to collect rainwater. In the center of the square is the Fountain of the Lions, built during the Fascist period by Ettore Andrea Mori, mayor and expert in the artistic and historical beauties of Porto Venere.
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The lion of the fountain in Piazza Paolo Centinaro in Portovenere – Le lion de la fontaine de la Piazza Paolo Centinaro à Portovenere – El león de la fuente en Piazza Paolo Centinaro en Portovenere – O leão da fonte na Piazza Paolo Centinaro em Portovenere – Der Löwe des Brunnens auf der Piazza Paolo Centinaro in Portovenere – Con sư tử của đài phun nước ở Quảng trường Paolo Centinaro ở Portovenere

15 December 202413 December 2024

The lion statue in the Fountain of the Four Rivers

Conosci Roma ed i suoi monumenti? Aggiungi un tuo commento oppure vai nella parte bassa del sito per leggere cosa hanno scritto gli altri visitatori.

The lion statue in the Fountain of the Four Rivers.
In the beating heart of Rome, Piazza Navona is one of the most iconic and fascinating places in the eternal city. At the center of this baroque square stands the magnificent Fountain of the Four Rivers, one of the most famous works by the master Gian Lorenzo Bernini. Among the many figures that adorn this fountain, the lion is an element that particularly captures the attention of visitors, symbolizing strength and majesty in an artistic context of extraordinary beauty.
Built between 1648 and 1651 on commission by Pope Innocent X, the Fountain of the Four Rivers is a masterpiece of baroque art. The fountain represents the four great rivers of the four continents known at the time: the Nile for Africa, the Ganges for Asia, the Danube for Europe and the Rio de la Plata for the Americas. Each river is personified by a colossal statue that expresses the characteristics of its respective continent.
The lion, located next to the representation of the Nile River, is a figure that embodies power and royalty. Depicted while drinking from the waters of the fountain, the lion symbolizes the life that springs from water, an essential element for human and animal existence. The choice of the lion is not accidental: in Christian symbolism and iconography of the time, the lion also represents resurrection and spiritual strength.
Bernini's lion is sculpted with meticulous attention to detail, which enhances its majesty and vividness. The powerful paws, the flowing mane and the intense expression of the face make this sculpture a perfect example of Bernini's mastery in transforming marble into life. The posture of the lion, captured in the act of drinking, adds a sense of movement and realism that helps make the entire fountain a dynamic and fascinating work.
The lion of the Fontana dei Fiumi has a significant cultural impact, representing not only a decorative element but also a powerful symbol that evokes the grandeur and richness of nature. Its presence in Piazza Navona, a meeting and celebration place for Romans and tourists, underlines the importance of art as a means of communicating universal values and enriching the collective experience of urban space.

The lion of the Fountain of the Rivers is an eloquent testimony to the artistic genius of Gian Lorenzo Bernini and his ability to breathe life into marble. This symbol of strength and majesty, placed in one of the most fascinating contexts of Rome, continues to fascinate and inspire visitors from all over the world. The Fountain of the Rivers, with its imposing lion, remains one of the undisputed masterpieces of Roman Baroque, a place where art and history merge in an eternal dance of beauty and meaning.

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a lion on the eastern side that emerges, like the horse, from the cavity in the rocks to drink at the foot of an African palm tree (made by Giobatta Palombo in 1650) that rises up to the base of the obelisk
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