At first glance, it may look like an unusual group of metal bars. In reality, it is an important monument to Nelson Mandela with a powerful symbolic meaning. The new Nelson Mandela monument was created by South African artist Marco Cianfanelli to mark the 50th anniversary of Mandela’s arrest. It stands on the spot where the young freedom fighter was arrested on August 5, 1962. Because of his struggle against apartheid, Mandela spent 27 years in prison.
Vertical Steel Columns for the Nelson Mandela Monument
The monument consists of 50 vertical steel bars, recalling the arrest of the future president 50 years earlier. From the right viewpoint, at a distance of about 35 meters, the separate columns align to reveal Mandela’s face. The individual pieces come together as one image, symbolizing solidarity.
Nelson Mandela Memorial – Visible From a Distance
The monument of steel columns draws attention to the fact that the Nobel Peace Prize laureate spent 27 years behind bars. The memory of Mandela’s imprisonment has become a symbol of his struggle. Jacob Zuma, who unveiled the monument, said its message should be carried forward by future generations.
Pillars That Symbolize Unity
At First Glance, the Pillars Appear Irregularly Placed
Steel Columns at the Exact Spot Where Mandela Was Arrested
The Erection of the Monument
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