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Rue de Mons / Rue Sainte-Louise

Henri de Gorge

1774 - 1832
industrialist and philanthropist, developed model factory and worker's housing at Grand-Hornu, Belgium. Introduced first railway (horse-drawn) to Belgium.

artist unknown
1832

Description

Large stone monument with a small bust on top.

Inscription(s)

A
LA MEMOIRE
DE
H.I. DEGORGE
----
m.d.ccc.xxxii

Artist

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

Location (N 50°26'16" - E 3°50'7") (Satellite view: Google Maps)

Item Code: beha003; Photograph: 23 May 2011
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