Pakuś, Dwarf statue in Bielany Wrocławskie, Poland
Pakuś is a bronze dwarf statue located in the shopping area of Bielany Wrocławskie on the outskirts of Wrocław. It stands among commercial storefronts and retail establishments, adding a touch of whimsy to this suburban commercial zone.
The statue was installed on August 23, 2017, marking an expansion of the dwarf collection beyond the city center. This installation brought these figures into suburban areas of Wrocław for the first time.
This dwarf figure continues a tradition of bronze statues that began as a form of artistic protest in the 1980s. It shows how this creative practice has spread beyond the city center into suburban shopping areas.
The statue is located in an easily accessible shopping area that is straightforward to visit on foot. The surrounding commercial district comes to life during daytime hours when shops are open and the area is active.
This was the first such figure installed in Bielany Wrocławskie, bringing the tradition from the center into a suburban shopping district for the first time. The placement demonstrates how this artistic movement has grown beyond its original boundaries.
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