Huckup, Bronze statue in Hildesheim, Germany
Huckup is a bronze sculpture in Hildesheim depicting two figures: a supernatural being perched on the shoulders of a young man carrying stolen apples in a sack. The composition shows the moment when the creature punishes the wrongdoer.
Karl Röder created this sculpture in 1905 to represent the Aufhocker, a mythological figure from German folklore that attacked night travelers. The work was created to preserve an old folk story in bronze.
The name Huckup comes from Low German traditions and represents a supernatural being that sits on people to punish them. This depiction connects to local folklore still known in the city today.
The monument is located at the intersection of Schuhstraße and Hoher Weg and is easy to reach. Ramps provide access for wheelchair users.
The base contains verses warning against apple theft and connects the work to local agricultural customs. These inscriptions show how the sculpture conveyed moral lessons from everyday life.
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