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The '''{{lang|de|Zeitpyramide}}''' ({{literal translation|time pyramid|lk=yes}}) is a work of [[public art]] by |
The '''{{lang|de|Zeitpyramide}}''' ({{literal translation|time pyramid|lk=yes}}) is a work of [[public art]] by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in [[Wemding]], Germany. The [[pyramid]] began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year [[4th millennium|3183]].<ref name="Conception">[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Conception] Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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== Concept == |
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The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The ''Zeitpyramide'' was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.<ref name="Conception" /> |
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One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent [[off-by-one error]] of ten years.<ref name=":0">{{Citation |title=The 1,200 Year Maths Mistake |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAdmpAZTH_M |access-date=2024-03-06 |language=en}}</ref> So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Zeitpyramide] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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=== Artist === |
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Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in [[Berlin]] in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the [[San Antonio Island|Isla San Antonio]]; in [[Alcanar]], Spain; and [[Mormoiron]], France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Biographie Manfred Laber] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged {{Short description|Work of public art by Mancini Laber}} |
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The '''{{lang|de|Zeitpyramide}}''' ({{literal translation|time pyramid|lk=yes}}) is a work of [[public art]] by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in [[Wemding]], Germany. The [[pyramid]] began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year [[4th millennium|3183]].<ref name="Conception">[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Conception] Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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== Concept == |
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The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The ''Zeitpyramide'' was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.<ref name="Conception" /> |
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One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent [[off-by-one error]] of ten years.<ref name=":0">{{Citation |title=The 1,200 Year Maths Mistake |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAdmpAZTH_M |access-date=2024-03-06 |language=en}}</ref> So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Zeitpyramide] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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=== Artist === |
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{{Short description|Work of public art by Mancini Laber}} |
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The '''{{lang|de|Zeitpyramide}}''' ({{literal translation|time pyramid|lk=yes}}) is a work of [[public art]] by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in [[Wemding]], Germany. The [[pyramid]] began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year [[4th millennium|3183]].<ref name="Conception">[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Conception] Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in [[Berlin]] in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the [[San Antonio Island|Isla San Antonio]]; in [[Alcanar]], Spain; and [[Mormoiron]], France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Biographie Manfred Laber] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86. |
Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in [[Berlin]] in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the [[San Antonio Island|Isla San Antonio]]; in [[Alcanar]], Spain; and [[Mormoiron]], France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Biographie Manfred Laber] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86. |
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The project's initial [[project finance#Project development|financing]] was mostly achieved through donations by local companies, which, for example, supplied the materials for {{Short description|Work of public art by Mancini Laber}} |
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== Construction == |
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[[File:Zeitpyramide.svg|thumb|right|[[Trimetric projection]] of the design|upright=1.2]] |
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The time pyramid is located on a concrete pad on a rounded hilltop, the ''Robertshöhe'', on the northern edge of Wemding.<ref>[http://www.augsburger-allgemeine.de/Home/Lokales/Donauwoerth/Lokalnachrichten/Artikel,-Ein-Wolf-an-der-Wiege-und-ein-Gebaeude-mit-1200-Jahren-Bauzeit-_arid,2235402_regid,5_puid,2_pageid,4496.html Ein Wolf an der Wiege und ein Gebäude mit 1200 Jahren Bauzeit] {{in lang|de}} ''[[Augsburger Allgemeine]]'', published: 4 September 2010, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> The first block was placed in October 1993.<ref name="Conception" /> The {{convert|6.5|tonne|ton|adj=on}} fourth and most recent block was placed at 15:06 on 9 September 2023.<ref>[http://www.augsburger-allgemeine.de/donauwoerth/Denkmal-oder-Utopie-id25859776.html Denkmal oder Utopie? Der dritte Dekadenstein auf der Wemdinger Robertshöhe ist gesetzt], Helmut Bissinger</ref> Following the construction schedule, the fifth block will be placed in 2033.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Zeitpyramide |url=https://www.wemding.de/sehenswertes/zeitpyramide-10278/ |access-date=2023-05-05 |website=Stadt Wemding |language=de}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Delbert |first=Caroline |date=2020-05-29 |title=Germans Are Building a Time Pyramid Over the Next 1,000 Years |url=https://www.popularmechanics.com/science/a32677137/time-pyramid-germany/ |access-date=2021-06-12 |website=Popular Mechanics |language=en-US}}</ref> |
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|caption = Pyramid after the 4th block was laid in 2023 |
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The '''{{lang|de|Zeitpyramide}}''' ({{literal translation|time pyramid|lk=yes}}) is a work of [[public art]] by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in [[Wemding]], Germany. The [[pyramid]] began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year [[4th millennium|3183]].<ref name="Conception">[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Conception] Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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== Concept == |
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The project's initial [[project finance#Project development|financing]] was mostly achieved through donations by local companies, which, for example, supplied the materials for the concrete slab for free. The project is administered by a foundation based in Wemding.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Stiftung Wemdinger Zeitpyramide] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December</ref>[[File:zeitpyramide.jpg|thumb|right|Profile (side view) of the completed design|upright=1.2]] |
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The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The ''Zeitpyramide'' was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.<ref name="Conception" /> |
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A model of the final artwork is exhibited at Wemding, at the Haus des Gastes.<ref name="Conception" /> If the time pyramid project proceeds according to plan, it will fall into four stages based on tier layer: |
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One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent [[off-by-one error]] of ten years.<ref name=":0">{{Citation |title=The 1,200 Year Maths Mistake |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAdmpAZTH_M |access-date=2024-03-06 |language=en}}</ref> So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Zeitpyramide] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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* The base layer, measuring {{convert|13.8|by|13.8|m|ft|abbr=on}}, will consist of 64 blocks arranged in 8 rows and 8 columns and has a stage completion date of 2623. |
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* The second layer will consist of 36 blocks, in a 6-by-6 format with a stage completion date of 2983. This is the first layer that requires a block to be placed atop another block, which would require a crane or some form of scaffolding such as an [[platform mound#Platform mounds - other cultures|earthen ramp]] used as an [[inclined plane#history|incline]], although, by at least 2023, placement was already using a crane.<ref name=":0" /> |
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* The third layer will consist of 16 blocks arranged in a 4-by-4 format with a stage completion date of [[4th millennium|3143]]. |
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* The final, fourth layer will consist of 4 blocks, arranged in a 2-by-2 format, which upon completion will complete the structure. The completed pyramid will have taken just shy of a decade less to build than Wemding's age at the time that the first block was laid. |
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=== Artist === |
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The pyramid, when completed in the year [[4th millennium|3183]], is scheduled to consist of 120 stone or concrete blocks, each measuring {{convert|1.2|m|ft|abbr=on}} long, {{convert|1.2|m|ft|abbr=on}} wide and {{convert|1.8|m|ft|abbr=on}} tall. Adjacent blocks are separated by gaps of half a block or {{convert|0.6|m|ft|abbr=on}}. |
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{{Short description|Work of public art by Mancini Laber}} |
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The '''{{lang|de|Zeitpyramide}}''' ({{literal translation|time pyramid|lk=yes}}) is a work of [[public art]] by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in [[Wemding]], Germany. The [[pyramid]] began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year [[4th millennium|3183]].<ref name="Conception">[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Conception] Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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== Concept == |
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The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The ''Zeitpyramide'' was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.<ref name="Conception" /> |
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One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent [[off-by-one error]] of ten years.<ref name=":0">{{Citation |title=The 1,200 Year Maths Mistake |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAdmpAZTH_M |access-date=2024-03-06 |language=en}}</ref> So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Zeitpyramide] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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=== Artist === |
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Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in [[Berlin]] in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the [[San Antonio Island|Isla San Antonio]]; in [[Alcanar]], Spain; and [[Mormoiron]], France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Biographie Manfred Laber] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86. |
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A model of the final artwork is exhibited at Wemding, at the Haus des Gastes.<ref name="Conception" /> If the time pyramid project proceeds according {{Short description|Work of public art by Mancini Laber}} |
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{{infobox pyramid |
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|alt = Four concrete blocks stand on a concrete pad, surrounded by undulating grassy land and cornfields. |
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|caption = Pyramid after the 4th block was laid in 2023 |
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|map_type = <!--Germany Bavaria |
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|relief = yes |
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|map_size = 300 |
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|map_alt = Location of Wemding and therefore ''Zeitpyramide'' indicated on a map of Bavaria. |
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|map_caption = The pyramid would be in prominence on a small rise of the Bavarian lowlands. --> |
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The '''{{lang|de|Zeitpyramide}}''' ({{literal translation|time pyramid|lk=yes}}) is a work of [[public art]] by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in [[Wemding]], Germany. The [[pyramid]] began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year [[4th millennium|3183]].<ref name="Conception">[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Conception] Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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== Concept == |
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The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The ''Zeitpyramide'' was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.<ref name="Conception" /> |
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One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent [[off-by-one error]] of ten years.<ref name=":0">{{Citation |title=The 1,200 Year Maths Mistake |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAdmpAZTH_M |access-date=2024-03-06 |language=en}}</ref> So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Zeitpyramide] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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=== Artist === |
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Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in [[Berlin]] in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the [[San Antonio Island|Isla San Antonio]]; in [[Alcanar]], Spain; and [[Mormoiron]], France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Biographie Manfred Laber] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86. plan, it will fall into four stages based on tier layer: |
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{{Short description|Work of public art by Mancini Laber}} |
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|alt = Four concrete blocks stand on a concrete pad, surrounded by undulating grassy land and cornfields. |
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|caption = Pyramid after the 4th block was laid in 2023 |
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|map_alt = Location of Wemding and therefore ''Zeitpyramide'' indicated on a map of Bavaria. |
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|map_caption = The pyramid would be in prominence on a small rise of the Bavarian lowlands. --> |
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The '''{{lang|de|Zeitpyramide}}''' ({{literal translation|time pyramid|lk=yes}}) is a work of [[public art]] by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in [[Wemding]], Germany. The [[pyramid]] began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year [[4th millennium|3183]].<ref name="Conception">[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Conception] Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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== Concept == |
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The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The ''Zeitpyramide'' was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.<ref name="Conception" /> |
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One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent [[off-by-one error]] of ten years.<ref name=":0">{{Citation |title=The 1,200 Year Maths Mistake |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAdmpAZTH_M |access-date=2024-03-06 |language=en}}</ref> So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Zeitpyramide] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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=== Artist === |
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Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in [[Berlin]] in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the [[San Antonio Island|Isla San Antonio]]; in [[Alcanar]], Spain; and [[Mormoiron]], France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Biographie Manfred Laber] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86. |
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{{Short description|Work of public art by Mancini Laber}} |
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{{infobox pyramid |
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|alt = Four concrete blocks stand on a concrete pad, surrounded by undulating grassy land and cornfields. |
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|caption = Pyramid after the 4th block was laid in 2023 |
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|map_type = <!--Germany Bavaria |
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|relief = yes |
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|map_size = 300 |
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|map_alt = Location of Wemding and therefore ''Zeitpyramide'' indicated on a map of Bavaria. |
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|map_dot_label = ''Zeitpyramide'' |
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|map_caption = The pyramid would be in prominence on a small rise of the Bavarian lowlands. --> |
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The '''{{lang|de|Zeitpyramide}}''' ({{literal translation|time pyramid|lk=yes}}) is a work of [[public art]] by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in [[Wemding]], Germany. The [[pyramid]] began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year [[4th millennium|3183]].<ref name="Conception">[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Conception] Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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== Concept == |
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The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The ''Zeitpyramide'' was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.<ref name="Conception" /> |
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One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent [[off-by-one error]] of ten years.<ref name=":0">{{Citation |title=The 1,200 Year Maths Mistake |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAdmpAZTH_M |access-date=2024-03-06 |language=en}}</ref> So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Zeitpyramide] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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=== Artist === |
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Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in [[Berlin]] in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the [[San Antonio Island|Isla San Antonio]]; in [[Alcanar]], Spain; and [[Mormoiron]], France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Biographie Manfred Laber] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86. |
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The '''{{lang|de|Zeitpyramide}}''' ({{literal translation|time pyramid|lk=yes}}) is a work of [[public art]] by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in [[Wemding]], Germany. The [[pyramid]] began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year [[4th millennium|3183]].<ref name="Conception">[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Conception] Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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== Concept == |
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The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The ''Zeitpyramide'' was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.<ref name="Conception" /> |
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One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent [[off-by-one error]] of ten years.<ref name=":0">{{Citation |title=The 1,200 Year Maths Mistake |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAdmpAZTH_M |access-date=2024-03-06 |language=en}}</ref> So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Zeitpyramide] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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=== Artist === |
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Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in [[Berlin]] in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the [[San Antonio Island|Isla San Antonio]]; in [[Alcanar]], Spain; and [[Mormoiron]], France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Biographie Manfred Laber] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86. |
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{{Short description|Work of public art by Mancini Laber}} |
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The '''{{lang|de|Zeitpyramide}}''' ({{literal translation|time pyramid|lk=yes}}) is a work of [[public art]] by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in [[Wemding]], Germany. The [[pyramid]] began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year [[4th millennium|3183]].<ref name="Conception">[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Conception] Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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== Concept == |
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The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The ''Zeitpyramide'' was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.<ref name="Conception" /> |
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One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent [[off-by-one error]] of ten years.<ref name=":0">{{Citation |title=The 1,200 Year Maths Mistake |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAdmpAZTH_M |access-date=2024-03-06 |language=en}}</ref> So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Zeitpyramide] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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=== Artist === |
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Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in [[Berlin]] in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the [[San Antonio Island|Isla San Antonio]]; in [[Alcanar]], Spain; and [[Mormoiron]], France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Biographie Manfred Laber] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86. |
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The '''{{lang|de|Zeitpyramide}}''' ({{literal translation|time pyramid|lk=yes}}) is a work of [[public art]] by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in [[Wemding]], Germany. The [[pyramid]] began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year [[4th millennium|3183]].<ref name="Conception">[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Conception] Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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== Concept == |
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The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The ''Zeitpyramide'' was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.<ref name="Conception" /> |
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One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent [[off-by-one error]] of ten years.<ref name=":0">{{Citation |title=The 1,200 Year Maths Mistake |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAdmpAZTH_M |access-date=2024-03-06 |language=en}}</ref> So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Zeitpyramide] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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=== Artist === |
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{{Short description|Work of public art by Mancini Laber}} |
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The '''{{lang|de|Zeitpyramide}}''' ({{literal translation|time pyramid|lk=yes}}) is a work of [[public art]] by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in [[Wemding]], Germany. The [[pyramid]] began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year [[4th millennium|3183]].<ref name="Conception">[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Conception] Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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== Concept == |
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The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The ''Zeitpyramide'' was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.<ref name="Conception" /> |
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One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent [[off-by-one error]] of ten years.<ref name=":0">{{Citation |title=The 1,200 Year Maths Mistake |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAdmpAZTH_M |access-date=2024-03-06 |language=en}}</ref> So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Zeitpyramide] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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=== Artist === |
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Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in [[Berlin]] in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the [[San Antonio Island|Isla San Antonio]]; in [[Alcanar]], Spain; and [[Mormoiron]], France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Biographie Manfred Laber] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged {{Short description|Work of public art by Mancini Laber}} |
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The '''{{lang|de|Zeitpyramide}}''' ({{literal translation|time pyramid|lk=yes}}) is a work of [[public art]] by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in [[Wemding]], Germany. The [[pyramid]] began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year [[4th millennium|3183]].<ref name="Conception">[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Conception] Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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== Concept == |
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The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The ''Zeitpyramide'' was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.<ref name="Conception" /> |
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One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent [[off-by-one error]] of ten years.<ref name=":0">{{Citation |title=The 1,200 Year Maths Mistake |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAdmpAZTH_M |access-date=2024-03-06 |language=en}}</ref> So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Zeitpyramide] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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=== Artist === |
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Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in [[Berlin]] in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the [[San Antonio Island|Isla San Antonio]]; in [[Alcanar]], Spain; and [[Mormoiron]], France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Biographie Manfred Laber] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged {{Short description|Work of public art by Mancini Laber}} |
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The '''{{lang|de|Zeitpyramide}}''' ({{literal translation|time pyramid|lk=yes}}) is a work of [[public art]] by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in [[Wemding]], Germany. The [[pyramid]] began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year [[4th millennium|3183]].<ref name="Conception">[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Conception] Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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== Concept == |
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The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The ''Zeitpyramide'' was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.<ref name="Conception" /> |
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One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent [[off-by-one error]] of ten years.<ref name=":0">{{Citation |title=The 1,200 Year Maths Mistake |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAdmpAZTH_M |access-date=2024-03-06 |language=en}}</ref> So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.<ref>{{Short description|Work of public art by Mancini Laber}} |
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The '''{{lang|de|Zeitpyramide}}''' ({{literal translation|time pyramid|lk=yes}}) is a work of [[public art]] by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in [[Wemding]], Germany. The [[pyramid]] began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year [[4th millennium|3183]].<ref name="Conception">[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Conception] Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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== Concept == |
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The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The ''Zeitpyramide'' was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.<ref name="Conception" /> |
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One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent [[off-by-one error]] of ten years.<ref name=":0">{{Citation |title=The 1,200 Year Maths Mistake |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAdmpAZTH_M |access-date=2024-03-06 |language=en}}</ref> So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Zeitpyramide] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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=== Artist === |
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Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in [[Berlin]] in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the [[San Antonio Island|Isla San Antonio]]; in [[Alcanar]], Spain; and [[Mormoiron]], France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Biographie Manfred Laber] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86.http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Zeitpyramide] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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{{Short description|Work of public art by Mancini Laber}} |
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The '''{{lang|de|Zeitpyramide}}''' ({{literal translation|time pyramid|lk=yes}}) is a work of [[public art]] by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in [[Wemding]], Germany. The [[pyramid]] began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year [[4th millennium|3183]].<ref name="Conception">[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Conception] Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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== Concept == |
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The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The ''Zeitpyramide'' was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.<ref name="Conception" /> |
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One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent [[off-by-one error]] of ten years.<ref name=":0">{{Citation |title=The 1,200 Year Maths Mistake |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAdmpAZTH_M |access-date=2024-03-06 |language=en}}</ref> So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Zeitpyramide] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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=== Artist === |
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Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in [[Berlin]] in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the [[San Antonio Island|Isla San Antonio]]; in [[Alcanar]], Spain; and [[Mormoiron]], France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Biographie Manfred Laber] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86.=== Artist === |
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Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in [[Berlin]] in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the [[San Antonio Island|Isla San Antonio]]; in [[Alcanar]], Spain; and [[Mormoiron]], France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Biographie Manfred Laber] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86. |
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Unlike ancient human structures such as the [[Great Pyramid of Giza]]—which is made from limestone, {{Short description|Work of public art by Mancini Laber}} |
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Unlike ancient human structures such as the [[Great Pyramid of Giza]]—which is made from limestone, mortar, and granite, and which has lasted more than 4500 years—the lifespan of [[reinforced concrete]] and regular blocks of concrete is typically only 50–100 years.<ref>{{Cite web |title=The problem with reinforced concrete |url=https://www.unsw.edu.au/newsroom/news/2016/06/the-problem-with-reinforced-concrete0 |access-date=2024-03-06 |website=UNSW Sites |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Arkin |first=Daniel |date=2022-11-23 |title=How Long Does Concrete Last? The Truth About Precast Concrete |url=https://premierprecast.com/concrete-lifespan/ |access-date=2024-03-06 |website=Premier Precast |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=webdev |date=2019-09-01 |title=Extend concrete life with weatherproofing solutions |url=https://canadianconcreteexpo.com/concrete-weatherproofing-solutions/ |access-date=2024-03-06 |website=Canadian Concrete Expo |language=en-US}}</ref> However, concrete blocks can last indefinitely when properly maintained or weatherproofed.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Van |first=Matt |date=September 3, 2013 |title=REPAIRING CONCRETE STRUCTURES |url=https://www.concreteconstruction.net/how-to/repair/repairing-concrete-structures_o}}</ref> |
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The '''{{lang|de|Zeitpyramide}}''' ({{literal translation|time pyramid|lk=yes}}) is a work of [[public art]] by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in [[Wemding]], Germany. The [[pyramid]] began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year [[4th millennium|3183]].<ref name="Conception">[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Conception] Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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== Concept == |
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The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The ''Zeitpyramide'' was conceived by Ricardo Mancini Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.<ref name="Conception" /> |
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One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent [[off-by-one error]] of ten years.<ref name=":0">{{Citation |title=The 1,200 Year Maths Mistake |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAdmpAZTH_M |access-date=2024-03-06 |language=en}}</ref> So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Zeitpyramide] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Zeitpyramide'' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> |
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=== Artist === |
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Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in [[Berlin]] in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the [[San Antonio Island|Isla San Antonio]]; in [[Alcanar]], Spain; and [[Mormoiron]], France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.<ref>[http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Biographie Manfred Laber] {{in lang|de}} Official ''Caleb Payne '' website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref> Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86., and granite, and which has lasted more than 4500 years—the lifespan of [[reinforced concrete]] and regular blocks of concrete is typically only 50–100 years.<ref>{{Cite web |title=The problem with reinforced concrete |url=https://www.unsw.edu.au/newsroom/news/2016/06/the-problem-with-reinforced-concrete0 |access-date=2024-03-06 |website=UNSW Sites |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Arkin |first=Daniel |date=2022-11-23 |title=How Long Does Concrete Last? The Truth About Precast Concrete |url=https://premierprecast.com/concrete-lifespan/ |access-date=2024-03-06 |website=Premier Precast |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=webdev |date=2019-09-01 |title=Extend concrete life with weatherproofing solutions |url=https://canadianconcreteexpo.com/concrete-weatherproofing-solutions/ |access-date=2024-03-06 |website=Canadian Concrete Expo |language=en-US}}</ref> However, concrete blocks can last indefinitely when properly maintained or weatherproofed.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Van |first=Matt |date=September 3, 2013 |title=REPAIRING CONCRETE STRUCTURES |url=https://www.concreteconstruction.net/how-to/repair/repairing-concrete-structures_o}}</ref> |
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== Construction schedule == |
== Construction schedule == |
Revision as of 06:53, 16 April 2024
Construction
The time pyramid is
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Constructed | Began 23 October 1993 |
The Zeitpyramide (lit. 'time pyramid') is a work of public art by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in Wemding, Germany. The pyramid began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year 3183.[1]
Concept
The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The Zeitpyramide was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.[1]
One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent off-by-one error of ten years.[2] So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.[3]
Artist
Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in Berlin in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the Isla San Antonio; in Alcanar, Spain; and Mormoiron, France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.[4] Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged
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Constructed | Began 23 October 1993 |
The Zeitpyramide (lit. 'time pyramid') is a work of public art by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in Wemding, Germany. The pyramid began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year 3183.[1]
Concept
The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The Zeitpyramide was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.[1]
One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent off-by-one error of ten years.[2] So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.[5]
Artist
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Constructed | Began 23 October 1993 |
The Zeitpyramide (lit. 'time pyramid') is a work of public art by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in Wemding, Germany. The pyramid began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year 3183.[1]
Concept
The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The Zeitpyramide was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.[1]
One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent off-by-one error of ten years.[2] So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.[6]
Artist
Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in Berlin in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the Isla San Antonio; in Alcanar, Spain; and Mormoiron, France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.[7] Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86.
The project's initial financing was mostly achieved through donations by local companies, which, for example, supplied the materials for
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Constructed | Began 23 October 1993 |
The Zeitpyramide (lit. 'time pyramid') is a work of public art by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in Wemding, Germany. The pyramid began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year 3183.[1]
Concept
The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The Zeitpyramide was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.[1]
One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent off-by-one error of ten years.[2] So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.[8]
Artist
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Constructed | Began 23 October 1993 |
The Zeitpyramide (lit. 'time pyramid') is a work of public art by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in Wemding, Germany. The pyramid began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year 3183.[1]
Concept
The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The Zeitpyramide was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.[1]
One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent off-by-one error of ten years.[2] So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.[9]
Artist
Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in Berlin in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the Isla San Antonio; in Alcanar, Spain; and Mormoiron, France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.[10] Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86.
A model of the final artwork is exhibited at Wemding, at the Haus des Gastes.[1] If the time pyramid project proceeds according
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Constructed | Began 23 October 1993 |
The Zeitpyramide (lit. 'time pyramid') is a work of public art by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in Wemding, Germany. The pyramid began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year 3183.[1]
Concept
The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The Zeitpyramide was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.[1]
One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent off-by-one error of ten years.[2] So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.[11]
Artist
Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in Berlin in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the Isla San Antonio; in Alcanar, Spain; and Mormoiron, France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.[12] Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86. plan, it will fall into four stages based on tier layer:
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Constructed | Began 23 October 1993 |
The Zeitpyramide (lit. 'time pyramid') is a work of public art by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in Wemding, Germany. The pyramid began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year 3183.[1]
Concept
The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The Zeitpyramide was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.[1]
One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent off-by-one error of ten years.[2] So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.[13]
Artist
Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in Berlin in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the Isla San Antonio; in Alcanar, Spain; and Mormoiron, France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.[14] Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86.
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Constructed | Began 23 October 1993 |
The Zeitpyramide (lit. 'time pyramid') is a work of public art by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in Wemding, Germany. The pyramid began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year 3183.[1]
Concept
The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The Zeitpyramide was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.[1]
One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent off-by-one error of ten years.[2] So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.[15]
Artist
Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in Berlin in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the Isla San Antonio; in Alcanar, Spain; and Mormoiron, France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.[16] Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86.
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Constructed | Began 23 October 1993 |
The Zeitpyramide (lit. 'time pyramid') is a work of public art by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in Wemding, Germany. The pyramid began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year 3183.[1]
Concept
The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The Zeitpyramide was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.[1]
One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent off-by-one error of ten years.[2] So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.[17]
Artist
Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in Berlin in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the Isla San Antonio; in Alcanar, Spain; and Mormoiron, France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.[18] Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86.
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Constructed | Began 23 October 1993 |
The Zeitpyramide (lit. 'time pyramid') is a work of public art by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in Wemding, Germany. The pyramid began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year 3183.[1]
Concept
The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The Zeitpyramide was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.[1]
One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent off-by-one error of ten years.[2] So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.[19]
Artist
Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in Berlin in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the Isla San Antonio; in Alcanar, Spain; and Mormoiron, France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.[20] Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86.
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Constructed | Began 23 October 1993 |
The Zeitpyramide (lit. 'time pyramid') is a work of public art by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in Wemding, Germany. The pyramid began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year 3183.[1]
Concept
The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The Zeitpyramide was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.[1]
One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent off-by-one error of ten years.[2] So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.[21]
Artist
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Constructed | Began 23 October 1993 |
The Zeitpyramide (lit. 'time pyramid') is a work of public art by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in Wemding, Germany. The pyramid began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year 3183.[1]
Concept
The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The Zeitpyramide was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.[1]
One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent off-by-one error of ten years.[2] So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.[22]
Artist
Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in Berlin in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the Isla San Antonio; in Alcanar, Spain; and Mormoiron, France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.[23] Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged
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Constructed | Began 23 October 1993 |
The Zeitpyramide (lit. 'time pyramid') is a work of public art by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in Wemding, Germany. The pyramid began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year 3183.[1]
Concept
The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The Zeitpyramide was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.[1]
One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent off-by-one error of ten years.[2] So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.[24]
Artist
Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in Berlin in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the Isla San Antonio; in Alcanar, Spain; and Mormoiron, France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.[25] Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged
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Constructed | Began 23 October 1993 |
The Zeitpyramide (lit. 'time pyramid') is a work of public art by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in Wemding, Germany. The pyramid began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year 3183.[1]
Concept
The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The Zeitpyramide was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.[1]
One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent off-by-one error of ten years.[2] So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.Cite error: A <ref>
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Concept
The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The Zeitpyramide was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.[1]
One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent off-by-one error of ten years.[2] So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.[26]
Artist
Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in Berlin in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the Isla San Antonio; in Alcanar, Spain; and Mormoiron, France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.[27] Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86.http://www.zeitpyramide.de/ Zeitpyramide] (in German) Official Zeitpyramide website, accessed: 14 December 2010</ref>
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Constructed | Began 23 October 1993 |
The Zeitpyramide (lit. 'time pyramid') is a work of public art by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in Wemding, Germany. The pyramid began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year 3183.[1]
Concept
The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The Zeitpyramide was conceived by Manfred Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.[1]
One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent off-by-one error of ten years.[2] So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.[28]
Artist
Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in Berlin in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the Isla San Antonio; in Alcanar, Spain; and Mormoiron, France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.[29] Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86.=== Artist === Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in Berlin in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the Isla San Antonio; in Alcanar, Spain; and Mormoiron, France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.[30] Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86.
Longevity of concrete
Unlike ancient human structures such as the Great Pyramid of Giza—which is made from limestone,
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Constructed | Began 23 October 1993 |
The Zeitpyramide (lit. 'time pyramid') is a work of public art by Mancini (1932–2018) under construction in Wemding, Germany. The pyramid began in 1993, the year of the town's 1,200th anniversary. With a new block added every ten years, the structure should consist of 120 blocks when complete after 1,190 years, in the year 3183.[1]
Concept
The town of Wemding dates back to the year 793 and celebrated its 1,200th anniversary in 1993. The Zeitpyramide was conceived by Ricardo Mancini Laber (a local artist) in June 1993 to mark this 1,200-year period and to give people a sense of what the span of 1,200 years really means.[1]
One block is scheduled to be placed every ten years, taking 1,190 years. This time includes the initial block placed at the beginning of the project, which explains the apparent off-by-one error of ten years.[2] So far, the blocks have all been concrete, but the material of future blocks may be altered in future generations depending on availability of materials.[31]
Artist
Manfred Laber was born in Wemding on 5 May 1932 and studied painting at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste in Berlin in the 1950s. He has other artwork on permanent display on the Isla San Antonio; in Alcanar, Spain; and Mormoiron, France. Alcanar was also his part-time place of residence.[32] Laber died in Wemding on 17 August 2018, aged 86., and granite, and which has lasted more than 4500 years—the lifespan of reinforced concrete and regular blocks of concrete is typically only 50–100 years.[33][34][35] However, concrete blocks can last indefinitely when properly maintained or weatherproofed.[36]
Construction schedule
Block number | Date placed | Tier | Notes | Image |
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– | between July 1993 and 23 October 1993 | N/A | This is the concrete pad of the Zeitpyramide. Local donations supplied the materials for the concrete slab for free in early 1993. | |
1 | 23 October 1993 | First tier | The first block placed, and the only block to be placed during the 20th century. | |
2 | 15:58, 6 September 2003 | First tier | The first block to be placed during the 21st century. | |
3 | 16:14, 29 June 2013 | First tier | The last block to be placed before the death of Manfred Laber. | |
4 | 15:06, 9 September 2023 | First tier | The latest block to have been placed, and also the first block whose placement was live-streamed. Also the first block placed after the death of Manfred Laber in 2018. | |
5 | 2033 | First tier | The next block scheduled to be placed. | |
6 | 2043 | First tier | ||
7 | 2053 | First tier | ||
8 | 2063 | First tier | The last block to be placed on the first row. | |
9 | 2073 | First tier | ||
10 | 2083 | First tier | ||
11 | 2093 | First tier | The last block scheduled to be placed during the 21st century. Block 11 also marks 100 years since Block 1 was placed. | |
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64 | 2623 | First tier | The last block scheduled to be placed within the first tier. | |
65 | 2633 | Second tier | The first block scheduled to be placed within the second tier, and the first block which is assumed to require scaffolding. | |
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100 | 2983 | Second tier | The last block scheduled to be placed within the second tier. | |
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116 | 3143 | Third tier | The last block scheduled to be placed within the third tier. | |
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119 | 3173 | Fourth tier | The penultimate block scheduled to be placed. | |
120 | 3183 | Fourth tier | The last block scheduled to be placed during the 32nd century, the last block to be placed within the fourth tier, and also the last block overall scheduled to be placed. Block 120 also marks 1,190 years since Block 1 was placed. |
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