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Hermann von Helmholtz (1821-1894). Statue. Berlin. Germany
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Hermann von Helmholtz (1821-1894). Statue. Berlin. Germany
Hermann von Helmholtz (1821-1894). German physician and physicist. Marble statue sculptured 1895 to 1896 by Ernst Herter. Cour d honneur of the Humboldt University Berlin. Germany
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In this striking marble statue, we behold the esteemed figure of Hermann von Helmholtz (1821-1894), a German physician and physicist of the 19th century whose groundbreaking work bridged the gap between the two disciplines. The sculpture, masterfully crafted by Ernst Herter between 1895 and 1896, stands proudly in the Cour d'honneur of Humboldt University in Berlin, Germany. Helmholtz's innovative approach to understanding the physical world around us earned him a place among the most influential scientists of his time. Born in Potsdam, he studied medicine at the University of Königsberg and later at the University of Berlin. His early medical career was marked by his research on the human eye and the senses, leading to his seminal work "Handbuch der physiologischen Optik" (Handbook of Physiological Optics). Later in his career, Helmholtz turned his attention to the field of physics, making significant contributions to electromagnetism and thermodynamics. His most famous work in this area is "The Conservation of Energy," which laid the foundation for the first and second laws of thermodynamics. The statue of Helmholtz, with its intricate details and lifelike features, serves as a testament to his enduring legacy in the scientific community. The statue's placement in Humboldt University, a renowned institution of higher learning, further solidifies his connection to Berlin and Germany. As we gaze upon this magnificent work of art, we are reminded of the profound impact Helmholtz had on the scientific world and the lasting influence his discoveries continue to have on our understanding of the universe.
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