The historic market fountain represents significant events in the city's history. Magdeburg graduate sculptor Frank Sobirey was commissioned by the city of Aken (Elbe) to create the artistic design of the fountain. The sculptor's plaster models were cast in bronze in Magdeburg, in the foundry of the Schuster building and natural stone company, using the lost wax process. They reflect the lively history of the city of Aken (Elbe).

1. Central figure "Female Nude"
The woman's body in the middle of the fountain symbolizes the Elbe.

2. Figure "Albrecht the Bear" The founder of the city

3. Group of figures "Incisions"
Deep incisions have shaped life in the city for centuries.
The burning house represents the city fire in 1485, in which the city was completely destroyed except for St. Nicholas Church and two houses.

4. Group of figures "Dangers on the Elbe"
Nothing but their bare lives saved the couple from the flood. Nevertheless, the citizens have always rebuilt the city.

5. Figure "Archbishop of Magdeburg" Guardian and supporter of the city of Aken (Elbe)

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