The Golden Trezzini / Memorial to Valery Grushin’s deed (Russia)

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Memorial to Valery Grushin’s deed (Russia)

Category
Best Art in Outdoor Public Space

About the project (provided by the applicant)
The monument symbolically depicts Valery Grushin, his figure standing on a river shore shown a moment before he jumped into the icy water. His hands spread apart feature a gesture of readiness to come to the rescue of drowning children. He stands near a symbolic boat which capsized and caused the tragedy.

The children’s figures express gratitude to their savior. The figure of Valery is reminiscent of an anchor, which is a well-known symbol of salvation. Mr. Grushin and his boat are connected to form an Orthodox cross – a symbol of victory over death. The guitar is intended to remind of the popular Russian song festival named after the hero.

Location
Novokuibyshevsk, Russia

Project implementation year
2023

Extra visual materials (photos, videos etc.)
https://vk.com/video/@const_preis?z=video-74400350_456252201%2Fpl_169401781_-2
https://vk.com/video/@const_preis?z=video-74400350_456254031%2Fpl_169401781_-2
https://vk.com/video/@const_preis?z=video-74400350_456254327%2Fpl_169401781_-2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3iXppM56Tw
https://vk.com/wall-116930_238682
https://www.samara.kp.ru/online/news/5189947/

Applicant and author of the project
Konstantin Preis

Project status
Implemented