Krasnale Yunnanka, Bronze dwarf statue in Stare Miasto, Poland
Description
Krasnale Yunnanka is a bronze dwarf sculpture located at a street corner in Wrocław's Old Town, standing among historic buildings and pedestrian paths. The figure is small and finely crafted, positioned to blend naturally with the urban surroundings.
History
This sculpture was installed in 2016 as part of an expanding artistic movement that began when the first dwarf statues appeared in 2005. The initiative grew over time, gradually adding more figures to the city's streets.
Culture
This bronze dwarf is part of a collection that references the Orange Alternative movement of the 1980s and reflects how art shapes everyday life in the city. The figures show how citizens embrace playful artistic expressions woven into their urban spaces.
Practical
The statue is located in the Old Town and can be found by following the dwarf routes marked on local maps. The area is flat and easy to walk through, making it comfortable to explore multiple sculptures at your own pace.
Did you know?
This figure was named after a local legend and belongs to a collection where each dwarf has its own name and backstory. Visitors often discover that these small sculptures hide references and playful hints throughout the city's architecture.
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