Gryfosław, Bronze dwarf statue in Old Town Market Square, Wrocław, Poland.
Description
Gryfosław is a bronze statue of a dwarf seated while studying an old book, positioned near the Market Square entrance. The sculpture displays fine details in its facial features and clothing folds, characteristic of the craftsmanship found throughout this collection.
History
The figure originated in the 1980s as part of the Orange Alternative movement, which used dwarf imagery to protest communist censorship. After the fall of communism, most statues were renewed and permanently established throughout the city in the 1990s.
Culture
The statue is one of more than 300 bronze dwarfs scattered across the city since the 1990s. These sculptures have become a defining feature of Wrocław that locals and visitors regularly photograph and track down.
Practical
Visitors can locate this statue using dwarf maps available at tourist information centers and local bookstores throughout the city. Since it sits near the central Market Square, it is easily reachable on foot and can be visited without difficulty while walking through the Old Town.
Did you know?
The statue depicts a dwarf absorbed in studying an old book, reflecting the connection between Wrocław's academic tradition and dwarf symbolism. This blend of scholarly pursuit and artistic craftsmanship gives the figure a special place within the entire collection.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Stare Miasto).
45 Kazimierza Wielkiego Street in Wrocław
108 m
Papa Dwarf
19 m
19 Świdnicka Street, Wrocław
75 m
15 Ofiar Oświęcimskich, Wrocław
113 m
43 Kazimierza Wielkiego Street in Wrocław
118 m
41 Kazimierza Wielkiego Street in Wrocław
129 m
47 Kazimierza Wielkiego Street in Wrocław
92 m
49 Kazimierza Wielkiego Street in Wrocław
80 m
51 Kazimierza Wielkiego Street in Wrocław
71 m
19 Ofiar Oświęcimskich Street, Wrocław
89 m
Krasnal KFC
13 m
Krasnal Florianek
105 m
Słupnik
50 m
Capgeminiusz Programista
129 m
Krasnal Bankierek
24 m
Ditek
37 m
Zeccuś
75 m
Krasnal Sufrażystka
54 m
Krasnale Vincent
44 m
Krasnal Solidarności
92 m
Krasnale Glamour
63 m
Precluś
67 m
Krasnal Unicefek
3 m
Krasnal Andrzej Waligórski
89 m
De-eF-eNek
55 m
Eskulapek
108 m
Szprechuś
100 m
RoyalDenciaki
70 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes