Insercik, Bronze dwarf statue in Żerniki district, Wrocław, Poland.
Description
Insercik is a small bronze figure positioned near ground level in the Żerniki district, representing one of hundreds of dwarf statues found throughout Wrocław's streets. The artwork sits on a paving stone and blends into the urban landscape of the neighborhood.
History
The statue was installed on February 17, 2009, following a tradition that began in 2001 with Papa Dwarf as a reference to anti-communist resistance. This art project grew from a historical reference and transformed into an urban phenomenon.
Culture
The figure belongs to the collection of Wrocław dwarfs, which connects to Polish folklore character krasnoludek, similar to garden gnomes in other countries.
Practical
You can locate Insercik using specialized dwarf maps available at tourist information centers or digital applications showing all dwarf locations. The artwork requires no special conditions and is freely accessible along the street.
Did you know?
The work belongs to an extensive urban art collection numbering over 800 dwarfs, making Wrocław the city with the largest dwarf population in Poland. This massive collection grew through continuous additions by artists and sponsors across two decades.
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