Eulenspiegelbrunnen, Historic water well at Bäckerklint, Brunswick, Germany.
Eulenspiegelbrunnen is a water fountain in central Brunswick featuring a bronze statue of the folkloric character Till Eulenspiegel surrounded by ornamental details. The structure functions as both a public water source and an artistic installation set within the urban landscape.
Sculptor Arnold Kramer created the fountain in 1906 during a period when public monuments celebrated regional folklore across Germany. The work survived the turbulent decades of the twentieth century and has remained in its original location.
The bronze figure of Till Eulenspiegel has shaped the character of this location for more than a century, representing the folk stories that spread throughout German-speaking regions. Visitors can observe how the sculptural elements tell these tales of wit and cleverness through their detailed craftsmanship.
The fountain sits in the heart of Brunswick and remains accessible on foot at any time of day throughout the year. Water flows continuously so visitors can stop by whenever convenient without worrying about operating hours.
The choice of Till Eulenspiegel as the fountain's subject reflects a broader German literary tradition rather than a purely local story. The character's name itself contains wordplay, as "Eulenspiegel" literally means "owl mirror," hinting at the cleverness and reflection that define this folkloric figure.
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