Krasnal Gościnek, Bronze dwarf statue in Widawa district, Wrocław, Poland.
Description
Krasnal Gościnek is a bronze dwarf statue in the Widawa district of Wrocław, standing about 30 centimeters tall in a welcoming pose at street level. The figure has a friendly appearance and sits at an accessible location within the neighborhood.
History
This figure was installed on December 23, 2010, as part of a wave of dwarf statues that began appearing across Wrocław starting in 2005. The installation marked a growing artistic presence that transformed the city's streets.
Culture
The statue's name comes from a Polish word meaning host or guest, reflecting how the concept of welcoming visitors is valued in local traditions.
Practical
This statue sits at the intersection of main streets in the Widawa district, making it easy to spot during daytime visits. The street-level placement allows visitors to approach from multiple directions and view it comfortably.
Did you know?
This figure is part of a remarkable collection of over 800 dwarf sculptures that make Wrocław a singular artistic landscape. The sheer number and spread of these bronze figures across the city represents a rare phenomenon in contemporary urban art.
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