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Gigantic youth: New statue unveiled in the Knights' Hall in Hohentübingen!
In the knight's hall of Hohentübingen Castle there is an impressive plaster statue of a young man that brings archaeological history to life.
Gigantic youth: New statue unveiled in the Knights' Hall in Hohentübingen!
An impressive cultural highlight has its place in the Hohentübingen Castle found: A five-meter-high replica of an ancient statue of a young man that was originally discovered by archaeologists on the Greek island of Samos in the 1980s. This monumental plaster statue now stands in the Knights' Hall and fascinates visitors with its remarkable design and historical significance.
The young man is depicted in the classic Kuros scheme, standing frontally and with one leg forward. His muscular stature is characterized by broad shoulders, prominent upper arm muscles and a strong neck. According to information from the Art History Museum The statue has artfully designed hair with strands of curls that radiate from the vertebrae of the head. The elaborate clothing consists of an undergarment and a red cloak that is elegantly draped around the body.
The details of the statue deserve special attention, such as the traces of paint that indicate the original design. A red neckline and finely crafted folds on the coat give an idea of the high level of artistry of the ancient sculptors. Another notable feature is that the back of the statue was left rough, suggesting that the presentation was designed for front view only. The statue is therefore not only a work of art, but also a window into the past that takes visitors into the ancient world.