Kugelspielerin, Bronze sculpture at Graf-Adolf-Platz, Düsseldorf, Germany
The Kugelspielerin is a bronze sculpture depicting a woman in the act of play, standing at Graf-Adolf-Platz in central Düsseldorf. The work captures natural movement through careful modeling of the figure's posture and anatomical form.
Walter Schott created this bronze work in 1897, a period when public monuments were being established across German cities. The sculpture emerged during an era when such public artworks became defining features of urban spaces.
The figure depicts a woman in a casual moment, holding a ball as if pausing during play. This portrayal of everyday activity was an unconventional choice for public sculpture of its era, which typically favored historical or mythological subjects.
The sculpture sits within a public garden space with well-maintained pathways and open access, making it easy to view during any time of day. The location is central and approachable from multiple directions, offering straightforward access for visitors.
The figure stands barefoot, an unusual choice that the artist selected to suggest a direct connection to earth and nature. This rare detail gives the otherwise realistic work a subtle poetic dimension.
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