Monument to the Fallen, Caltanissetta, by Cosimo Sorgi

The Monument to the Fallen in Caltanissetta was designed by Cosimo Sorgi in 1922. The work stands in the Sicilian city as a commemorative sculpture honouring those who died.

Erected in the early postwar period, the monument reflects the widespread Italian tradition of public memorials dedicated to military casualties. Sorgi’s design forms part of the broader cultural landscape of early twentieth-century Sicilian public sculpture, when communities across the island commissioned lasting tributes to their war dead. The work remains a significant civic landmark in Caltanissetta’s urban fabric.

Details

• Creator: Cosimo Sorgi
• Year: 1922
• Location: Caltanissetta, Sicily, Italy
• Type: War memorial sculpture

Frequently asked questions

Who designed this monument?

Cosimo Sorgi designed the Monument to the Fallen in 1922.

Where is it located?

The monument stands in Caltanissetta, a city in Sicily, Italy.

What does it commemorate?

The monument commemorates those who died in service, reflecting the Italian tradition of public memorials honouring military casualties from the postwar period.

Sources

• Caltanissetta Courthouse — Wikipedia

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