The east side of the Zeughaus is on the Spree Canal, and was the side facing the town at the beginning of the 18th century. Here two allegorical female figures adorn the side of the building, located at the corners of the central pediment. On the right is a representation of the Classical goddess of glory; and on the left, the Classical goddess of peace. Both sit on cannons surrounded by spoils of war, flags, cannonballs, weapons and battering rams with goats’ heads. The allegories are intended to proclaim the victories of the Prussian army and the associated glories of war. However, the palm branch that the figure on the right is holding also announces peace.
The two groups of figures crown a pediment relief. In the centre is a cartouche showing the Prussian eagle, which bears the initials FR on its chest. This is the abbreviation for "Fridericus Rex”, which is Latin for “King Friedrich”. The cartouche is flanked by two figures of Hercules supporting the royal crown. The Electorate of Brandenburg became the Kingdom of Prussia in 1701. The fact that Friedrich I had provided soldiers to Leopold I, Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire of the German Nation, contributed to his advancement.
On the west side of the Zeughaus, next to the Neue Wache, New Guardhouse, there is a large group of figures above the side doors and the roof balustrade. These towering sculptures correspond to those on the east side in both structure and theme. They also show trophies at their centre surrounded by captives and spoils of war. The armour is particularly striking. One can identify them by the helmet’s barred visor. On this side as well, the main entrance is highlighted by a triangular pediment — with an eagle at each corner. The pediment relief contains a cartouche with a coronated coat of arms.
