Dyslektuś, Bronze dwarf statue in Nowy Dwór, Wrocław, Poland.
Dyslektuś is a small bronze dwarf figure located in the Nowy Dwór neighborhood with a thoughtful facial expression. The statue stands at ground level in a residential area where visitors can happen upon it during a walk.
The statue was installed in 2014 as part of a movement that started in the 1980s with artistic protest against the communist government. What began as a form of resistance gradually became an adored symbol of the city.
This dwarf is one of hundreds of bronze figures scattered throughout the city, each telling a different story about the people and life here. Together they create a kind of gallery that celebrates what makes Wrocław and its residents special.
The figure is quite small and often sits at or below eye level, so keep your eyes open while walking through the neighborhood. Free dwarf maps and mobile apps are available to help you locate all the figures across the city.
The name Dyslektuś refers to reading and writing difficulties, honoring the experiences of people who face this challenge. This figure quietly reminds visitors that everyone learns and thinks differently.
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