Standbeeld van Diana in de Großer Tiergarten, Berlijn 1868 - 1870

This stereoscopic image shows a statue of Diana in the Tiergarten, Berlin, and was made by J.F. Stiehm. The statue of Diana in the Tiergarten evokes classical ideals of beauty and virtue. The Tiergarten itself was transformed in the 1830s from a royal hunting ground into a public park. This transformation reflects a broader trend in 19th-century Europe, as cities expanded and modernized, parks were created as spaces for recreation and leisure. The presence of the statue within the park contributes to the park's function as a site of civic and cultural engagement. By examining historical archives, urban planning documents, and cultural histories of Berlin, we can better understand how the Tiergarten and its statuary served to shape the city's identity and foster a sense of shared heritage.