A detail of one of two soldiers from the Monument to the Fallen in the Sixth Cloister of the Certosa di Bologna was sculpted by Ercole Drei. The work commemorates those who died in service and stands within the monumental cemetery that has occupied the site of the former Carthusian monastery since 1801.
The Certosa di Bologna, founded in 1334 and suppressed in 1797, was converted into a cemetery in the early nineteenth century. Its grounds contain numerous monuments and memorials, including this sculptural ensemble by Drei, one of Italy’s prominent twentieth-century sculptors.
About Ercole Drei
Ercole Drei (1886–1973) was an Italian sculptor whose work gained recognition at the international level. His sculpture was included in the art competition at the 1932 Summer Olympics. Drei worked across the twentieth century and contributed substantially to monumental and commemorative sculpture in Italy.
Details
- Creator: Ercole Drei
- Location: Certosa di Bologna, Sixth Cloister, Bologna
- Type: Sculptural detail (soldier figure)
- Current setting: Monumental Cemetery
Frequently asked questions
Who created this sculpture?
Ercole Drei, an Italian sculptor born in 1886, created the Monument to the Fallen. His work was recognized internationally and exhibited at the 1932 Summer Olympics art competition.
Where is the monument located?
The Monument to the Fallen stands in the Sixth Cloister of the Certosa di Bologna, which has served as the city’s monumental cemetery since 1801.
What does the monument commemorate?
The Monument to the Fallen commemorates those who died in service. It features at least two soldier figures, of which this photograph shows a detail of one.
