Dachblaszek, Dwarf statue in Oporów district, Wrocław, Poland.
Description
Dachblaszek is a small bronze statue standing near residential buildings in Oporów, depicting a figure in an everyday moment. The work sits on a pedestal with details that reward close attention from visitors.
History
This statue was created in 2023 and joins hundreds of bronze dwarfs whose story traces back to the 1980s. The movement began as artistic resistance and has evolved into an art tradition that defines the city.
Culture
This statue continues a practice that has shaped the city for decades, connecting residents through small bronze figures scattered across Wrocław's streets and neighborhoods.
Practical
The statue sits in a residential area and is accessible in any weather as part of a walk through Oporów. There are no entry barriers, so visitors can pass by and view it at any time.
Did you know?
The name Dachblaszek comes from a Polish children's tale and connects this collection to local literary history. This literary link appears throughout the city's dwarf collection but often goes unnoticed by passersby.
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