The statue of Mahatma Gandhi on Churchill-laan was created by sculptor Karel Gomes and placed in 1️⃣9️⃣9️⃣0️⃣.

Its location is symbolic, as Churchill and Gandhi were political opponents. Churchill once called Gandhi a ‘half-naked fakir’ but later sent his condolences after Gandhi crossed over to the other side. 👼

The statue shows a humble Gandhi,walking in a dhoti and sandals, holding a staff and a book. A colorful stone pattern leading to the statue symbolizes the unity of opposites he sought during his life. ☮️✝️✡️☪️🕉️☸️💟🤟

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Muzenbrug, Churchilllaan | Publieke Werken (P.L. Kramer) | brug | 1931 | rijksmonument. https://amsterdamopdekaart.nl/1850-1940/Churchilllaan/Muzenbrug #Amsterdam #Muzenbrug #Churchilllaan #Rijksmonument