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Ghent (Gand), Belgium - Statue of / Monument to Lievin Bauwens (by sculptor Pieter De Vigne

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Ghent (Gand), Belgium - Statue of / Monument to Lievin Bauwens (by sculptor Pieter De Vigne

Ghent (Gand), Belgium - Statue of/Monument to Lievin Bauwens (by sculptor Pieter De Vigne) in the Lieven Bauwensplein Square. Lieven Bauwens (1769- 1822) was a Belgian entrepreneur and industrial spy who was sent to Great Britain at a young age and brought a spinning mule and skilled workers back to the European continent. Date: circa 1900s

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Belgian Entrepreneur Gand Ghent Mule Pieter Sculptor Skill Skilled Skills Spinning Textile Textiles Vigne


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This evocative photograph captures the timeless beauty of the Lievin Bauwens Monument in the heart of Ghent, Belgium. The monument, located in the Lieven Bauwensplein Square, is a tribute to the remarkable life and achievements of Lievin Bauwens (1769-1822), a Belgian entrepreneur and industrial spy. Born in Ghent, Bauwens was sent to Great Britain at a young age where he learned about the latest textile technologies, specifically the spinning mule. Upon his return to the European continent, he brought this innovative technology and skilled workers back with him, revolutionizing the textile industry in Belgium and contributing significantly to its economic growth. The monument, sculpted by Pieter De Vigne, depicts Bauwens in a thoughtful pose, reflecting on his groundbreaking work. The intricately detailed statue, which dates back to the 1900s, stands as a testament to Bauwens' enduring legacy as a pioneer in Belgian industry. The square, named after Bauwens, is a popular gathering place for locals and tourists alike, offering a serene and picturesque setting amidst the bustling city of Ghent. The monument serves as a reminder of the important role that innovation, ingenuity, and determination played in shaping the industrial landscape of Belgium and beyond.

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