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- In 1557 a more durable statue of Erasmus was made in Belgian blue stone, paid for by the now King of Spain, Philip II.
- Here is a Dutch engraving that visitors can admire at the MIR. On a bridge spanning a canal stands a large statue of Erasmus reading a book.
- Erected in 1622, the statue stands as a symbol of intellectual enlightenment and serves as a reminder of Erasmus’ lasting impact on the world.
- In their song about ‘Erasmus’, The Amazing Stroopwafels sing about the Statue of Erasmus, which is celebrating its 400th anniversary this month.
- Discover the iconic statue of Erasmus in Rotterdam, capturing the essence of this vibrant city.
- The Princess Royal visited the statue of Erasmus and spoke with the sculptor about the piece in April 2013. Click on an image below for a larger version
- Close by the Groot Markt, the statue of Erasmus is a bronze in the middle of a shopping street, a quick stop off during your shopping.
- The statue of Erasmus is a gift from “Lions Club Leuven Erasmus” to the city of Leuven on the occasion of the fifth anniversary of this association.
- The bronze statue of Erasmus (born 1466 in Rotterdam – died 1536 in Basel) was made by Hendrick de Keyser and unveiled on April 30, 1622.
- The statue of Erasmus is the oldest statue in the Netherlands. Erasmus was one of the most important representatives and pioneers of the Renaissance in...
