This bronze figure by Karlhein Goedtke from 1957 stands in front of the Ratzeburg branch of the Kreissparkasse. The accompanying lyrical inscription is reminiscent of earlier times, while the empty …

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May 29, 2022

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There is money in the bank, or there isn't. In front of the Kreissparkasse in Ratzeburg, the Taschenmann stands with a quiet grin and his empty trouser pockets facing outwards. The symmetry of the bent arms is broken by the loosely crossed leg and gives the figure a balanced balance.

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Karlheinz Goedtke: Der Taschenmann (1957, bronze)
In front of the Kreissparkasse, Domstraße, 23909 Ratzeburg

Coordinates: 53.69947272803097, 10.774734020233154

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September 19, 2021

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Very beautiful city that leaves a great impression on foot.

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