Numizmatyk, Bronze dwarf statue in Stare Miasto, Poland.
Description
Numizmatyk is a bronze figure depicting a small person engaged with coins, representing the profession of numismatics. The statue occupies a central location in the historic district and forms part of the collection of dwarf figures distributed throughout Wrocław.
History
The figure was created in 2020 and joined the expanding collection of bronze sculptures that emerged in Wrocław since the early 2000s. This artistic movement gradually turned the city's streets into a gallery of crafted works.
Culture
The statue honors coin collecting and currency study, activities that bring together collectors and enthusiasts across the city. It stands among many other bronze figures depicting various occupations and daily practices that shape local identity.
Practical
The statue sits in a central location and is easily reachable on foot, with clear landmarks nearby for orientation. The site is accessible to all visitors, and nearby shops and gathering points serve collectors and interested passersby.
Did you know?
The figure merges a historic collecting practice with contemporary street art, showing how traditional occupations find expression in modern sculpture. Many visitors overlook this connection between a craft profession and artistic intervention.
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