2010 Stolpersteine: Hamburg and Other European Cities

A notable discovery from the City of Vicenza and the Palladian Villas of the Veneto involves the presence of 'Stolpersteine'—small brass plaques embedded in pavements across Europe, commemorating victims of the Holocaust. These 10 cm × 10 cm stones, initiated by German artist Gunter Demnig, serve as a permanent and individual memorial for those arrested or deported during World War II, often with unknown fates. In Vicenza, these plaques detail the lives, arrests, deportations, and deaths of local individuals, such as Angela Caivano Orvieto and Torquato Fraccon, who were deported to Auschwitz and Mauthausen respectively. The study highlights the Stolpersteine's role in preserving historical memory through an accessible, tactile medium, contrasting with traditional monuments. This approach ensures that the stories of victims are directly linked to their former homes, fostering a profound and personal connection for passersby.

Davis, H. (2025). 2010 Stolpersteine: Hamburg and Other European Cities. Encounters with Architecture, 228–230. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003594598-81