Memorial Sculpture | Historical Public Art | Cultural Landmark

Spirit of Resistance | Gaoyou Anti-Japanese War Historical & Cultural Park, Jiangsu | Original Design: Professor Zhang Yutong’s Team | Design Development, Fabrication & Installation: ODE

Located within the Gaoyou Anti-Japanese War Historical & Cultural Park, this public artwork was originally designed by Professor Zhang Yutong’s team, with ODE responsible for design development, fabrication, and installation.

Combining weathering steel, cast bronze reliefs, and white marble sculptures, the work transforms historical memory into a contemporary public art experience. The layered materials create a dialogue between history and the present, while expressing resilience, unity, and hope.

The weathered steel reflects the passage of time, bronze reliefs preserve stories of the past, and marble figures embody the enduring spirit of those who shaped history.

More than a monument, the sculpture serves as a cultural landmark—connecting collective memory, public space, and the identity of the city.