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Karlovo námĕstí 36, Nové Město

Sochy z jezuitského kolegia

Sculptures at the Jesuit College

artist unknown
18th-19th century

Description

The both entrances to the Jesuit college are adorned with sculptures.

Praha - Sochy z jezuitského kolegia
Southern entrance: St Ignatius of Loyola, flanked by allegorical figures representing the cardinal virtues.
Ignatius is signed "Be.. 1869" The two allegorical figures and the putti have not yet been identified with certainty.

Northern entrance (bricked up).
The allegorical figures and the putto have not yet been identified with certainty.

Artist

Unknown artist. Do you know who the sculptor is? please let us know.

Sources & Information

Kostel sv. Ignáce z Loyoly (booklet in PDF online).

Location (N 50°4'28" - E 14°25'13") (Satellite view: Google Maps)

Item Code: czpr164; Photograph: 10 July 2026
Of each statue we made photos from various angles and also detail photos of the various texts.
If you want to use photos, please contact us via the contact form (in Dutch, English or German).
© Website and photos: René & Peter van der Krogt

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