Fountain feature at Humboldt Forum remains stationary - Statue of Neptune fails to function
In the heart of Berlin, the Neptune Fountain stands proudly in front of the Red City Hall, a testament to the city's rich history and artistic heritage. This grand sculptural fountain installation, one of the largest in the world, has an intriguing story that spans over a century.
The idea for the Neptune Fountain was first proposed by Karl Friedrich Schinkels, who suggested its erection on the Schloßplatz. However, it was young architect Reinhold Begas who took up the idea after a trip to Italy, drawing inspiration from Baroque and Italian models. The fountain was created between 1891 and was unveiled to the public in 1897.
Historically, the Neptune Fountain was located in front of the Berlin City Palace, as depicted in a 1900 photograph. But the fountain's journey took a turn when the City Palace was demolished in 1951. During this time, the Neptune Fountain was dismantled and stored away.
The Second World War saw the Neptune Fountain walled up in 1942, but remarkably, it survived the war relatively unscathed. The fountain was rebuilt at its new location in front of the Red City Hall in 1969.
The Neptune Fountain is a subject of discussion in the article "Elisabeth Ziemer on the future of the Neptune Fountain". However, the available search results do not contain information about who decided that the Neptune Fountain would not return to its original location on the Schlossplatz at the Humboldt Forum.
The Neptune Fountain continues to be a significant landmark in Berlin, standing as a symbol of the city's resilience and artistic spirit. As we look forward to its future, we are reminded of its fascinating journey from the Berlin City Palace to its current home in front of the Red City Hall.
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