Die drei Grazien Sculpture

Gazing up at Die drei Grazien, can you hear their whispers? These three ladies, frozen in time, share a secret. Right here in Holsterhauser Platz, they stand as a testament to community and resilience. Die drei Grazien, also known as “Gemeinsamkeit” or “Togetherness,” were sculpted in 1959 by Adolf Heinrich. Crafted from Krensheimer Muschelkalk, they originally graced the grounds of the former Berufskolleg Holsterhausen. Almost three meters tall and nearly two meters wide, their intertwined forms capture an intimate moment. Imagine these three women, heads close together, sharing confidences and dreams. In 2012, the Bezirksvertretung III made a crucial decision. As the Allbau GmbH began constructing the Cranachhöfe, Die drei Grazien were carefully stored. Time, however, took its toll. The sculpture needed restoration. A collective effort began. The Bezirksvertretung, Allbau, and Sabine Peretzke from the city of Essen rallied to raise funds. Stone mason Roland Berns and the restoration team from “Die Schmiede” in Duisburg breathed new life into the sculpture. After two months of meticulous work, Die drei Grazien returned to Holsterhauser Platz. They now stand as a symbol of community, reminding us of the power of shared effort and the beauty of togetherness. Die drei Grazien invite us to connect, to share our stories, and to build a stronger community together. Their presence enriches the Holsterhauser Platz, a place where people gather, converse, and enjoy each other’s company. Their return marks a renewed sense of unity, a beacon of hope in challenging times. Look closely at their faces. Can you imagine the stories they would tell if they could speak? Their silent conversation continues, a reminder of the enduring power of human connection.