Delphinbrunnen in Weimar, Brunnen in Weimar
The Delphinbrunnen in Weimar is a fountain located at Teichplatz featuring a round basin and a tall sandstone column. Four dolphin sculptures wrap around the column's base, while a small boy figure stands at the top, creating a layered composition of carved stone.
The fountain was donated in 1847 by Grand Duchess Maria Pawlowna and created by local stone sculptor Carl Dornberger from Berka. This gift was part of broader efforts to enhance the city with artistic stonework and improve public spaces.
The fountain takes its name from the four dolphin sculptures wrapped around the column, symbolizing movement and vitality in public space. The figure of a boy at the top adds a human touch, connecting the practical need for water with artistic expression in the city.
The fountain is located at Teichplatz in the Herderviertel district, accessible from Graben street via Teichgasse near the Sparkasse. The square offers a quiet spot to rest on warmer days, though parked cars and nearby traffic may distract from enjoying the site.
The boy figure at the top holds a bowl, though it remains unclear whether he is drinking from it or blowing into it, sparking curiosity among visitors. This ambiguous gesture adds a playful quality to the sculpture that goes beyond what one typically expects from a functional water feature.
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