Frankfurter Märchenbrunnen, Art Nouveau fountain in Untermainanlage, Germany
The Frankfurter Märchenbrunnen is a fountain located in Untermainanlage that centers on a white marble nymph surrounded by bronze animals including fish and lizards. The entire structure rises to about eight meters and displays detailed craftsmanship from its original period.
The fountain was created in 1910 through the patronage of a Frankfurt art patron and placed near the city's theatre as a public artwork. After wartime destruction, the bronze figures were reconstructed in the early 2000s.
The central nymph figure draws from Frankfurt's social history, representing a young woman connected to the city's past. Visitors notice how the sculpture reflects the connection between art and local life in this urban setting.
The fountain is located near Willy-Brandt-Platz and is easily accessible by public transportation or car throughout the year. The surrounding park area is suitable for a walk to appreciate the site and neighboring attractions.
The bronze figures were reconstructed by North Korean artists using 1920s photographs after wartime damage destroyed the originals. This surprising international collaboration brought the artwork back to life in a completely new era.
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