Księgopełek, Dwarf statue in Ołbin district, Wrocław, Poland.
Księgopełek is a bronze dwarf statue near Ołbin that depicts a small figure holding a stack of books in its arms. The sculpture was placed on a street corner where pedestrians can easily spot it while walking through the neighborhood.
The statue was unveiled in 2022 as part of Wrocław's ongoing dwarf tradition that started in 2001. Originally created as symbols of anti-communist resistance, these dwarves have since become lasting emblems of the city.
The name Księgopełek literally means "book belly" and refers to the figure carrying books as a symbol of knowledge. This small bronze statue joins Wrocław's collection of dwarf sculptures that have become part of the city's everyday street art.
The monument sits in the open and can be viewed at any time since it stands permanently on the street. It is best explored during daylight hours when you can see all the details of the bronze figure clearly.
Among all the hundreds of dwarves scattered across Wrocław, this one stands out because it carries books as its central theme, linking knowledge with the city's public art. Each dwarf in the collection carries its own personality and purpose, making them more than just repetitive decorations.
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