The World Heritage Centre is at the forefront of the international community’s efforts to protect and preserve World Heritage partnerships for conservation Ensuring that World Heritage sites sustain their outstanding universal value is an increasingly challenging mission in today’s complex world where sites are vulnerable to the effects of uncontrolled urban development Our Partners Donate Take advantage of the search to browse through the World Heritage Centre information the monumental ensemble of Târgu Jiu was created in 1937-1938 by Constantin Brâncuși an influential pioneer of abstract sculpture to commemorate those who died defending the city during the First World War Located in two parks connected by the narrow Avenue of Heroes the property includes the monumental ensemble of sculptural installations and the pre-existing Church of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul The remarkable fusion of abstract sculpture and urban planning conceived by Constantin Brâncuși goes far beyond the local wartime episode to offer an original vision of the human condition l’ensemble monumental de Târgu Jiu fut créé en 1937-1938 par Constantin Brâncuși un influent pionnier de la sculpture abstraite pour commémorer ceux qui sont morts en défendant la ville pendant la Première Guerre mondiale Situé dans deux parcs reliés par l’étroite avenue des Héros le bien comprend l’ensemble monumental d’installations sculpturales et l’église préexistante des Saints-Apôtres-Pierre-et-Paul La fusion remarquable de la sculpture abstraite de l’ingénierie et de l’urbanisme conçue par Constantin Brâncuși dépasse largement l’épisode local de la guerre pour offrir une vision originale de la condition humaine تتسم المجموعة الضخمة من المنحوتات في تارغو جيو بأنها بسيطة بعيدة عن التنميق وتحثُّ على التأمل، غير أنَّ إدراك مغزاها هو في متناول الجميع، وقد نحتها قسطنطين برانكوشي بين عامَي 1937 و1938، وهو رائد مؤثر من رواد النحت التجريدي، وكان الغرض من هذه المجموعة إحياء ذكرى من ماتوا دفاعاً عن المدينة في أثناء الحرب العالمية الأولى والمجموعة موزَّعة بين حديقتين ترتبطان ببعضهما البعض بواسطة جادة الأبطال الضيقة، ويتضمن هذا الموقع المجموعة الضخمة من المنحوتات وكنيسة الرسولين بطرس وبولس التي كانت قائمة أصلاً على المحور وقد كان قسطنطين برانكوشي وراء الاندماج المميز بين المنحوتات التجريدية وهندسة المناظر الطبيعية والهندسة والتخطيط الحضري متجاوزاً بقدر كبير حقبة الحرب المحلية ليقدِّم رؤية أصلية للحالة البشرية но при этом доступный для посетителей монументальный комплекс Тыргу-Жиу был создан в 1937–1938 годах Константином Бранкузи влиятельным пионером абстрактной скульптуры защищая город во время Первой мировой войны включает в себя монументальный комплекс скульптурных памятников и построенную ранее Церковь святых апостолов Петра и Павла представляет собой уникальный сплав произведений абстрактной скульптуры инженерного искусства и градостроительства Комплекс является не только памятником военному времени но и воплощает оригинальное видение человеческого бытия fue creado en 1937-1938 por Constantin Brâncuși un influyente pionero de la escultura abstracta Este sitio conmemora a aquellos que murieron defendiendo la ciudad durante la Primera Guerra Mundial Está ubicado en dos parques conectados por el estrecho “Camino de los Héroes“ y comprende el conjunto monumental de instalaciones escultóricas y la Iglesia de los Santos Apóstoles Pedro y Pablo La extraordinaria fusión de escultura abstracta y ofrece una visión original de la condición humana Located in the city of Târgu Jiu on the banks of the river Jiu in the southern sub-Carpathians of Romania the Brâncuși Monumental Ensemble of Târgu Jiu is aligned in a 1,500-metre-long conceptual axis tangibly represented by the Avenue of Heroes punctuated in its median sector by the pre-existing Church of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul The monumental ensemble comprises the Endless Column in the Park of the Column and the benches and the cubed hourglass seats of the Alley of Chairs – all located in the Constantin Brâncuși Park to commemorate the supreme sacrifice of Romanian soldiers police and ordinary citizens who died defending the city of Târgu Jiu during the First World War represents a turning point in the history of monumental sculpture and public art It is the seminal creation and the sole largescale public work by Romanian sculptor Constantin Brâncuși who instead of placing the monument in the city “placed the city as a functional element in the centre of the monument” the contrast between the verticality of the Endless Column and the horizontality of the surrounding park and the modest scale of the built fabric along the processional route of the Avenue of Heroes the dynamic sequence and harmony of the monumental installations the different textures of the sculptural works and their high aesthetic qualities demonstrate that the Brâncuși Monumental Ensemble of Târgu Jiu is a creative masterpiece of the 20th-century monumental art which played a key role in the dissemination of site-specific art Criterion (i): The Brâncuşi Monumental Ensemble of Târgu Jiu is an exceptional composition offering a highly symbolic sequential commemorative experience and conveying an artistic statement at the urban scale of great and engineering realisation of the Endless Column contributes to the achievement of one of the most notable monumental public sculptures of the 20th century Criterion (ii): The Brâncuşi Monumental Ensemble of Târgu Jiu represents a turning point in the evolution of the 20th century history of monumental art and commemorative architecture The innovative spatial composition and the abstract language of its elements inspired by Cycladic and Romanian cultures fused with classical architectural elements and spatial compositional features played a key role in the dissemination of site-specific art The boundaries of the property include all the attributes necessary to convey the Outstanding Universal Value; each element is preserved in its entirety and original locations and all are included as part of the property The physical fabric of the property and all its significant attributes are in good condition and the impact of any potential deterioration processes is under control The integrity of the conceptual axis of the monumental ensemble is preserved through the entirety of designed commemorative urban open space The property has suffered from some adverse development and neglect Whilst the Endless Column in its park and the sculptures in the Constantin Brâncuși Park retain high visual integrity the visual aesthetics of the Avenue of Heroes have been negatively affected by past urban development This is to be assessed in the light of the urban breadth of this monumental artwork and how elements of the existing urban fabric and of the landscape were integrated into the composition Some undesirable characteristics are reversible to a certain extent whilst in other cases mitigation measures have been implemented and planned bears witness to a revolutionary approach to sculpture sculpture is the language of content rather than the language of forms and the Brâncuși Monumental Ensemble of Târgu Jiu is the synthesis of his entire oeuvre The attributes of the monumental ensemble remain in their original location and craftsmanship – including techniques of implementation and installation convey credibly and powerfully how the property represents the synthesis of the entire oeuvre of Constantin Brâncuși The commemorative function of the monumental ensemble gained new strength with the involvement of local administration over the past years The artistic and recreational function of the monumental ensemble were firmly a part of its original concept and one often uppermost in the minds of the general visitor The property and its buffer zone enjoy the highest level of regional and national protection provided by the List of Historical Monuments annexed to the Order of the Minister of Culture no 2.828/2015 for the updating of annex 1 of the Order of the Minister of Culture and Cults no 2.314/2004 regarding the approval of the List of Historical Monuments and of the List of Lost Historical Monuments published in the Official Gazette of Romania Legal protection is ensured by Law 422/2001 for the protection of historical monuments and by Law 564/2001 for the approval of the Ordinance of the Government of Romania no 47/2000 regarding the protection measures of historical monuments inscribed on the World Heritage List The Zoning Plan for the Protected Built Area of the Brâncuși Monumental Ensemble and its by-law approved by the City Council of Târgu Jiu in 2014 provide measures for protection and conservation of the property and its setting The Municipality of Târgu Jiu is responsible for the management of the property through the Constantin Brâncuși Research The Protection and Management Plan of the property developed by the Municipality of Târgu Jiu and approved by the Local Council in 2014 Long-term challenges for the protection and management of the property relate principally to its buffer zone and to its setting where new development in the immediate urban context will be controlled by values-based planning policies Artlyst Constantin Brâncuși: Targu Jiu Ensemble Joins UNESCO World Heritage List a remarkable collection of modernist sculptures by Romanian sculptor Constantin Brâncuși has been officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage List This prestigious recognition underscores the ensemble’s cultural and artistic significance The ensemble in Targu Jiu consists of five monumental sculptures the most renowned being ‘The Endless Column.’ This iconic 30-meter-tall sculpture was commissioned to honour the soldiers who died in World War I It’s towering presence and repetitive geometric form symbolise infinite sacrifice and continuity The ensemble also includes ‘The Gate of the Kiss’ and ‘The Table of Silence,’ both integral to Brâncuși’s vision ‘The Gate of the Kiss’ is an inviting archway that leads visitors along a contemplative path ‘The Table of Silence’ offers a serene space with minimalist chairs characterised by its elegant simplicity and profound symbolism is celebrated for pushing the boundaries of modernist art He arrived in the French capital in 1904 after an arduous 18-month journey on foot he initially worked under the tutelage of the legendary sculptor Auguste Rodin Brâncuși soon left Rodin’s studio in 1907 to develop his unique artistic voice which would profoundly influence 20th-century sculpture Brâncuși’s relationship with his homeland was complex he expressed a desire to bequeath his art to Romania the then-communist government declined his offer which has left a lasting impact on the country’s cultural legacy as evidenced by the recent retrospective at the Centre Pompidou in Paris This exhibition showcased nearly two hundred sculptures reaffirming his status as a pivotal figure in modern art The UNESCO designation of the Targu Jiu Ensemble not only honours Brâncuși’s artistic achievements but also enhances the cultural prestige of Romania It allows art enthusiasts and historians to appreciate the depth of Brâncuși’s work and the historical context of his creations As a new member of the UNESCO World Heritage List the Targu Jiu Ensemble is a monument to Brâncuși’s visionary approach to sculpture and his legacy in Modern art This recognition ensures that his sculptures will continue to inspire and be preserved for future generations Nineteen cultural sites were chosen by UNESCO in their latest list of protected sites They include the archaeological remains of Hegmataneh town in northwestern Iran; a 16th-century earthen royal court in Tiébélé Burkina Faso; and two archaeological sites in the highland area of Ethiopia that have yielded Homo erectus Homo heidelbergensis and archaic Homo sapiens fossils UNESCO World Heritage List: Preserving Humanity’s Greatest Treasures The UNESCO World Heritage List is a prestigious catalog of cultural and natural sites that hold outstanding value to humanity Established in 1972 with the adoption of the World Heritage Convention its mission is to protect and preserve locations of significant historical and environmental importance for future generations The World Heritage List aims to safeguard sites with exceptional universal value including representing a masterpiece of human creative genius bearing exceptional testimony to a cultural tradition or containing superlative natural phenomena or areas of exceptional natural beauty Inclusion on the list brings international recognition and support for conservation and management efforts Featuring over 1,100 sites in more than 165 countries the list encompasses a diverse range of locations such as Egypt’s Pyramids of Giza and the United States’ Yellowstone National Park Each site is selected for its unique contribution to our shared heritage and its ability to reflect the rich tapestry of human history and the natural world UNESCO World Heritage sites are categorized into cultural while natural sites cover significant physical and biological formations and areas with outstanding geological features Mixed properties contain elements of both cultural and natural significance showcasing the relationship between human activity and the environment Designation as a World Heritage site brings increased awareness and support for preservation these sites often face challenges such as environmental degradation UNESCO collaborates with national and international partners to address these issues and best practice guidelines for effective conservation the UNESCO World Heritage List celebrates humanity’s achievements and natural wonders promoting intercultural understanding and a sense of global responsibility It highlights our collective duty to protect and cherish these irreplaceable treasures for future generations Read More Visit An ensemble of monuments by Constantin Brancusi have been made UNESCO world heritage sites commonly referred to as the Targu Jiu Ensemble The most famous of these is the Endless Column (1937-38) It is a 98-foot monument that seemingly rises into the sky The monument has been considered a great example of modernist art where objects are deconstructed to their basic forms Other sculptures in the ensemble include The Table of Silence and The Gate of the Kiss The monuments were created by Brancusi in the 1930s to commemorate the stand of Targu Jiu during World War I the monuments fell under despair until they were repaired in 2004 Achieving a UNESCO World Heritage site status – which includes over 1200 sites across the world – would grant it legal protection and prompt the Romanian government to safeguard and maintain it said as much: “The granted recognition forces us to protect the monumental ensemble to keep it intact for future generations and for humanity’s cultural memory.” Also Read: Jack Shainman Gallery Accuses Collector Of Swindling Nearly $300K He was the subject of a retrospective in Romania in 2023 while another was held at Centre Pompidou this year has made significant contributions to the art and culture sectors with his innovative approach and visionary projects He is celebrated for producing the groundbreaking "Rigoletto Story" in 2002 which transformed opera into a global spectacle thanks to collaborations with fashion icon Vivienne Westwood marking a pivotal moment in artistic production His work extends beyond opera; Pietroni played a key role in the Westwood retrospectives and the innovative #missionemonnalisa campaign demonstrating his skill in fusing art with modern communication channels Pietroni co-founded Music for Change with Grammy Award-winning artist Ruben Dario Salas This initiative aims to harness the power of music and the arts to drive innovation within the film industry illustrating Pietroni's dedication to cultural advancement As the visionary behind "The Art Insider," Pietroni continues to influence the cultural dialogue earning international recognition for his creative and pioneering efforts across various artistic mediums A fight to take the copyright of the sculptor Constantin Brancusi into the public domain is likely to be heard in a Romanian court after a local politician has backed the campaign.   Brancusi grew up a few miles from the south-western Romanian city of Targu Jiu, which is home to an ensemble of three works that he was commissioned to create in 1936 to commemorate Romanian soldiers who had died in the First World War. Regarded as some of the finest works of 20th-century public sculpture, they include the 29.3m-high Endless Column (1938) and have made Targu Jiu a pilgrimage site for the artist’s fans. But local authorities have long objected to what they perceive to be restrictive copyright laws that deny them the right to reproduce images of Brancusi’s work, including the city’s sculpture ensemble. Now, a campaign led by the local politician and activist Iulian Popescu hopes to wrest control from the owner of the copyright. Brancusi died in Paris in 1957, five years after renouncing his citizenship when the Romanian state rejected his donation of his work. With no recognised heirs, he left his collection to his artist friends Alexandre Istrati and Natalia Dumitrescu, which upon Dumitrescu’s death in 1997 was transferred to their nephew, Theodor Nicol, who now controls the copyright. Nicol is represented by the Paris-based artist’s collective rights management organisation, ADAGP. Under a 1996 EU law, applied retroactively to all artists whose copyright had not yet run out, Brancusi’s copyright is controlled by his heirs for 70 years following his death and will not come into the public domain until 2028, a document shared by ADAGP states. Popescu’s case hinges on the fact that, at the time of Brancusi’s passing, copyright laws in Romania extended to just 15 years after death and so ran out in 1973. Gate of the Kiss (1938) by Brancusi also stands in Targu Jiu Visarta, a sister organisation of ADAGP in Romania, counters that the legislation in force in the country at the time of Brancusi’s death “cannot be applied in the case of C. Brancusi, who, from 1952, was a French citizen”. “Although Romania acceded to the European Union in 2007, the legislator also took into account the provisions of [the EU’s 1996 law, including] the existence of the protection period of 70 years, calculated from 1 January of the year following the one when the death of the author occurred,” the document adds. But a 2004 amendment to this law might throw this into question. It states that the extended length of copyright is only applicable if “the protection terms have not expired”, meaning that Brancusi’s work was in the public domain well before Romania joined the EU. "For years, authorities have been granted rights that they did not have"Iulian PopescuFurthermore, Popescu points out that in the case of architectural works or those with a fixed location, such as the Targu Jiu ensemble, according to the Berne Convention, national legislation applies, so even if the will and other documents were made in France or another country, Romanian law is applicable. Politician Iulian Popescu plans to take Brancusi's heir to court Popescu claims that the citizens of Targu Jiu have lost out on “millions” in tourist merchandise and other Brancusi-themed ventures. Visarta’s withholding of rights also obstructs the production of informative leaflets and limits scholarship efforts—for example, denying images of the Targu Jiu sculptures to be printed in books or featured in movies. He adds that it is “unfair” that local councils must pay for the upkeep of the sculptures but are unable to fully reap the rewards of the works. Prominent Brancusi experts, such as Pavel Suvara and Doru Strambulesc from the Brancusi Research and Documentation Centre in Targu Jiu, have welcomed Popescu's action. But others, such as Doina Lemny, researcher at the Pompidou Centre and Brancusi expert say "there is no doubt" about the legality of Nicol's claim. “I have consulted lawyers and specialists in the field who made the thread of events regarding this copyright, and it follows that for years, authorities have been granted rights that they did not have,” Popescu says. He plans to take the case to court within the next few months. He is undeterred by the results of a court case in 2002, when Visarta successfully sued Targu Jiu City Hall, the Constantin Brancusi Culture and Art Center and the advertising agency McCann Erikson for using images of Brancusi’s Endless Column in a soft drink commercial. "I refuse to wait another 7 years for something to which my community has been entitled since 1973!"Iulian PopescuVisarta president Irina Florescu says: “There is a clearly written legal procedure here. But apparently, not all users want to follow the letter of the law. You can’t make a mockery of his oeuvre by producing kitsch.” But Popescu, who dismisses the current laws as "urban legend", says he will not "bow his head" to Visarta's legal team. "I refuse to wait another 7 years for something to which my community has been entitled since 1973!" A post shared by Columbia Men's Basketball (@culionsmbb) A post shared by CSM TARGU JIU (@csmtargujiu) Thanks for visiting ! The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Constantin Brâncuși’s 30-meter-tall sculpture Endless Column (1938) is among several works by the artist recently designated UNESCO World Heritage sites the recognition was announced during the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee in Delhi which also included four other Brâncuși sculptures and the Appian Way in Rome Endless Column was commissioned by the National League of Gorj Women as a tribute to Romanian soldiers who fought in World War I notable for its height and construction technique cast-iron modules supported by a central steel spine The column is part of a larger ensemble that includes two other sculptures: Gate of the Kiss and Table of Silence (both 1938) These works were installed along a 1.5-kilometer axis While these two sculptures offer more intimate spaces of reflection its top stretching into the sky to project a sense of ongoing commemoration the government planned to dismantle the column for its materials This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Solaris continues to electrify its bus business in Romania The city of Târgu Jiu at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains has ordered eleven trolleybuses This is another order from Romania within a short space of time had ordered similar e-buses from Solaris of the type Trollino that run on overhead wire most but not all of the time The models destined for Târgu Jiu are shorter with twelve instead of 18 metres the Trollino 12 provide space for 91 passengers They will use the existing overhead wire network while running with zero-emissions from the beginning of 2022 Solaris said they won the contract following a call for tenders launched by the Ministry for Public Works Development and Administration (Ministerul Dezvoltării Târgu Jiu is a new customer for the Polish bus maker but the company emphasises a “high brand recognition in the Romanian market” They have been active there since 2002 and in recent months started to deliver more electrified vehicles all of the latest orders placed by Romanian clients are restricted solely to eco-friendly transport vehicles including Solaris Urbino electric e-buses,” reads the press release We can second that. Apart from the aforementioned order from Brașov we have counted about five cities in Romania having turned to Solaris electric buses solarisbus.com I agree with the Privacy policy electrive has been following the development of electric mobility with journalistic passion and expertise since 2013 we offer comprehensive coverage of the highest quality — as a central platform for the rapid development of this technology Constantin Brâncuși becomes a UNESCO World Heritage Site: the monumental Târgu Jiu complex in Romania which the great pioneer of abstract sculpture created between 1937 and 1938 has indeed become a World Heritage Site: the sculptor’s home country therefore now has eleven heritages The complex was created to commemorate the fallen during World War I and is located in two parks connected by the narrow Avenue of Heroes The heritage includes the monumental complex of sculptural installations in Brâncuși and the pre-existing Church of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul “The extraordinary fusion of abstract sculpture engineering and urban planning conceived by Constantin Brâncuși,” UNESCO reasons “goes far beyond the local episode of war to offer an original vision of the human condition.”For Romanian heritage it is a "historic day,“ as the country’s culture ministry called it The decision to include the Târgu Jiu complex came during the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee The decision to include the complex ”represents recognition of the exceptional universal value of the masterpiece of monumental art created by the great Romanian artist in Târgu Jiu," says Culture Minister Raluca Turcan “The recognition received today obliges us to provide due protection to the Monumental ensemble ’The Path of Heroes,’ to keep it intact for future generations and for the cultural memory of humanity This is a commitment that our country makes at the international level but it involves first of all an effort at the national level and The inscription of a cultural asset on the heritage list represents a moment of awareness of its absolute value The confirmation of the universal value of the cultural treasure left by Constantin Brâncuși in Târgu Jiu represents a moment of national pride and responsibility.” The nomination file for the Calea Eroilor Monumental Complex (“The Path of Heroes”) created by Constantin Brâncuși in Târgu Jiu After a waiting period due to causes outside the dossier - the proposed revision of the general procedure on how “sites associated with recent conflicts” can link to the goals and objectives of UNESCO and the World Heritage Convention - its evaluation was taken up by ICOMOS (International Council on Monuments and Sites - UNESCO’s advisory body) in 2023 organized by the Ministry of Culture through the Institute of National Heritage took place in close cooperation with the local authorities of Târgu Jiu The technical mission followed up on how the complex built by Constantin Brâncuși in Târgu Jiu meets the conditions of authenticity and integrity the involvement of the local community in the protection and enhancement of the complex and its attitude towards the inscription on the World Heritage List The assessment process continued with requests for further information and responses from Romania as well as a technical meeting of the case coordinators with ICOMOS in Paris built between 1937 and 1938 to commemorate the supreme sacrifice of Romanians-soldiers policemen and ordinary citizens-who died defending the town of Târgu Jiu during World War I,” reads UNESCO’s motivation “represents a turning point in the history of monumental sculpture and public art It is the seminal creation and the only large-scale public work by Romanian sculptor Constantin Brâncusi who ’placed the city as a functional element at the center of the monument.’ [...] The monumental complex created by Constantin Brâncusi in Târgu Jiu represents an exceptional work and urban installation that offers a sequential urban-scale commemorative experience with a strong symbolic value charged and marking an artistic expression of great strength and purity on multiple levels: artistic exceptional quality of execution and engineering of the Endless Column contribute to the completion of one of the most important monumental public sculptures of the 20th century.” The monumental complex is aligned in a 1,500-meter-long axis called the Avenue of Heroes where the Church of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul also stands with parks at both ends containing monumental sculptures: along the Jiu River are The Table of Silence while toward the east is the Column Park containing the Endless Column represents a turning point in the history of modern art particularly modern monumental sculpture and public art It is the seminal creation and the only large-scale public work by Romanian sculptor Constantin Brâncuși who here demonstrated a perfect fusion of the disciplines of sculpture and environmental and urban planning; 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Log in DIY retailer Dedeman will open a new unit on Friday in Targu Jiu after investing EUR 12 mllion in the new store Dedeman’s network reaches 40 units nationwide Dedeman Targu-Jiu covers 12,000 square meters has 170 employees and stocks over 45,000 products This will be the 4th store opening for Dedeman in 2014 and is part of the retailer’s two-year strategy for expansion, which includes reaching 50 stores by 2016. Dedeman is the biggest retailer in the construction and interior design industry in Romania and is controlled by Dragos and Adrian Paval. The chain posted a RON 2.67 billion turnover in 2013 with a net profit of RON 288.3 million (EUR 65.2 million) We use cookies for keeping our website reliable and secure, personalising content and ads, providing social media features and to analyse how our website is used. Conservators are divided over how to restore Brancusi’s Endless Column, which is widely regarded as the most important outdoor sculpture of the 20th century. The 100ft pillar was erected in 1938 in the Romanian town of Tirgu-Jiu, as a memorial to the dead of the First World War. Since then the metal column has become badly corroded and experts recently warned that the towering sculpture was in danger of toppling. The column has now been dismantled, and this has confirmed that its central spine is in poor condition. Romanian engineers believe that the sculpture can only be saved by replacing the damaged core with an entirely new support. But this proposal has been criticised by Unesco, which says it would represent unacceptable intervention in such an important work of art. Brancusi’s sculpture commemorates Romanian soldiers who pushed back German invaders from the bridge over the River Jiu in the First World War, and the sculptor described his column as “a stairway to heaven”. Brancusi’s bold design comprises 16 sets of massive rhomboid modules, threaded onto an internal steel column. Eventually, in November 1996 the Endless Column was dismantled, and the modules (each weighing a ton) were removed from the central spine. Inspection suggested that corrosion had reduced the total weight of all 18 modules by around 1,000 pounds. The surface of the cast-iron modules had lost their lustre, which had come from molten brass originally applied to their surface. The plan now is to re-apply molten brass, possibly with a highly resistant copper lacquer coating. • Originally appeared in The Art Newspaper with the headline "Action urgently needed for Constantin Brancusi’s 'Endless column'" home to three public works by the Romanian sculptor preview22 March 2024How Constantin Brâncuși shaped the course of sculpture in the 20th centuryThe Centre Pompidou in Paris is staging a huge exhibition of the Romanian artist’s work with a “lively and joyful” thematic hang Targu Jiu has a moderate level of seismic activity Based on data from the past 55 years and our earthquake archive back to 1900 there are about 525 quakes on average per year in or near Targu Jiu Targu Jiu has had at least 4 quakes above magnitude 5 since 1970 which suggests that larger earthquakes of this size occur infrequently probably on average approximately every 10 to 15 years The last earthquake in Targu Jiu occurred 10 days ago and had a magnitude of 2.1: Mag. 2.1 earthquake Romania - Apr 25, 2025 - writeAge(1745619773)A light magnitude 2.1 earthquake hit 24 km (15 mi) away from Targu Jiu, Gorj,  Romania The quake had a very shallow depth of 5 km (3.1 mi) and was not felt (or at least not reported so) Targu Jiu has had 8 quakes of magnitude 2.0 or above There have been also 14 quakes below magnitude 2.0 which people don't normally feel 2025 at 2.40 pm local time (Europe/Bucharest GMT +3) The depth of the quake is unknown.The quake was not felt (or at least not reported so).