Memorial · Prague

Pam

d. 1934

Photograph at the Pam Memorial
Photograph: Noe, via Wikimedia Commons (CC0).

This memorial plaque in Prague commemorates the sculptor Folkman, who lived from 1851 to 1917. Erected in 1934, it serves as a lasting tribute to an individual whose artistic contributions are remembered in the city. The plaque ensures that Folkman's name and the period of his life are preserved, acknowledging his place in the cultural history of Prague. Its installation decades after his passing suggests a sustained recognition of his work and legacy within the community, providing a focal point for remembrance and reflection on his career.

The memorial dates from an era when civic remembrance through plaques and monuments was a common practice, particularly for individuals who had contributed significantly to arts or public life. Such memorials often served not only to honour the person but also to enrich the urban landscape with reminders of local heritage and artistic achievement. The act of commissioning and installing such a plaque in 1934, some years after Folkman's death, highlights a deliberate effort to formalise his remembrance and ensure that his contributions as a sculptor were not forgotten by future generations in Prague. It stands within a tradition of public recognition for figures who shaped the cultural identity of the city.

The memorial is a plaque located in Prague. Visitors will find it affixed within the urban environment, offering an opportunity for quiet contemplation. As a public memorial, it is accessible to all who wish to pay their respects or learn more about the individuals it commemorates. Respectful observation of the plaque is encouraged, acknowledging its purpose as a point of remembrance. Its location within the city allows for easy integration into a wider exploration of Prague's historical and cultural sites.

Inscription

“Památce sochaře Folkmana 1851-1917”
Transcribed from the Memorial at Prague.

Background

Památce sochaře Folkmana 1851-1917

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Data sources

Location records are drawn from open, licence-clean datasets, kept here with attribution and gratitude to the people who maintain them.

  • Open Plaques, dedicated to the public domain (CC0). See openplaques.org.
  • Wikidata, available under the CC0 1.0 Universal dedication.
  • © OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database Licence.
  • Historic England, National Heritage List for England, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. War memorial records are drawn from open community datasets (OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, NHLE) - never from the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, which is excluded.

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