Costek, Dwarf statue in Karłowice-Różanka district, Wrocław, Poland.
Costek is a small bronze figure located in a residential area of southwestern Wrocław. The sculpture displays detailed craftsmanship and occupies a place among hundreds of similar artworks scattered throughout the city.
The statue was installed in 2018 as part of a movement that began in the 1980s as symbolic resistance. Hundreds of these figures have since been added, transforming Wrocław into an open-air art gallery.
This figure is part of Wrocław's dwarf collection that emerged as a response to the Solidarity movement. Visitors can observe a piece of artistic resistance that continues to shape the city's cultural identity today.
The artwork stands in an accessible residential area and can be visited on foot during daytime hours. It requires no special preparation or equipment to view.
This figure bears the name Costek, inspired by artwork conceptualized by a well-known artist. Each statue in the city carries its own story and name, each created by different artists.
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