Statue in Colmar Square

A bronze statue of Gutenberg stands proudly atop the fountain's pedestal at Place Gutenberg square in Colmar, Alsace region, France. This historic figure is known for his invention of movable type printing which revolutionized mass communication. The surrounding half-timbered houses reflect traditional Alsatian architecture while cars parked along the cobblestone street suggest modern life blending seamlessly with history under a serene blue sky.