Sculpted stillness observes the bustling Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof. This is the S Säulenheilige – Fotograf, a silent sentinel capturing the fleeting moments of urban life. The S Säulenheilige – Fotograf, or “Pillar Saint – Photographer,” is one of ten life-sized sculptures scattered throughout Düsseldorf. These sculptures, created by Christoph Pöggeler, transform ordinary advertising pillars into pedestals for everyday people. The S Säulenheilige project aims to elevate the mundane, placing ordinary individuals in the spotlight typically reserved for abstract art or commercial advertisements. Here, at the main train station, the Fotograf stands poised with his camera, a perpetual observer of the human tide flowing through the station. He embodies the spirit of the project, a celebration of the everyday person. He is a reminder to appreciate the seemingly ordinary moments and the individuals who inhabit them. The S Säulenheilige – Fotograf isn’t just a statue. He’s a reflection of us, the everyday people who make up the vibrant tapestry of city life. He is a testament to the beauty found in the mundane and a unique artistic expression that transforms the urban landscape of Düsseldorf.
Landesrat Dr. M. Brandts Plaque
“Seinem verehrten Mitbegründer dem tatkräftigen Mitbegründer Herr Landesrat Dr. M. Brandts gest. 16. Oktober 1905 in Dankbarkeit gewidmet.” This is