Plazuś, Dwarf statue in Nadodrze, Wrocław, Poland.
Description
Plazuś is a bronze dwarf figure located in Nadodrze, a neighborhood in Wrocław, standing near the Hansel & Gretel houses. It belongs to a collection of over 300 similar statues scattered throughout the city's streets that fills the public space with artistic works.
History
The statue was installed on November 27, 2019, continuing a tradition started by the Orange Alternative movement that used dwarfs as symbols of resistance against communist rule. This artistic practice of dwarf figures has evolved over decades and now shapes the visual character of Wrocław.
Culture
This bronze figure represents the Polish folkloric character krasnoludek, connecting contemporary street art with traditional stories rooted in local culture. Standing near the Hansel & Gretel houses, it shows how modern art can reference the place's historical identity.
Practical
Visitors can locate this figure and other dwarf statues using specialized city maps available at tourist information centers throughout Wrocław. The statue stands on the street and is easily accessible, making it easy to include as part of a self-guided walk through the neighborhood.
Did you know?
Beyond its artistic role, this figure carries a romantic dimension, as similar statues in the city are often connected to personal wishes and marriage proposals. Visitors frequently leave small messages at these statues, giving them an emotional quality that goes beyond their function as public art.
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