Statue of Bruncvík, Charles Bridge, Memorial statue on Charles Bridge, Czech Republic
The Bruncvík statue on Charles Bridge depicts a knight with a sword standing beside a lion, crafted by sculptor Ludvík Šimek. It stands between the statues of Saints Vincent Ferrer and Procopius as visitors walk across the bridge from the Old Town toward Lesser Quarter.
The monument was created in 1884 by sculptor Ludvík Šimek to replace an earlier Roland statue damaged during the Swedish invasion of 1648. This reconstruction restored the bridge's symbolic monument after decades of deterioration.
The statue represents a mythical Bohemian knight who aided a lion against a dragon, symbolizing protection and courage in Czech folklore.
The statue is easy to find since it is positioned in the middle of Charles Bridge between two other monuments. Visitors can stop to observe the work without blocking pedestrian traffic on the bridge.
The statue carries specific meaning regarding Old Town privileges about bridge tolls and duties, marking its administrative importance for Prague.
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