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Julek Statue

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Julek Statue

Name: Julek Statue
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Location: Legnica, powiat legnicki, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland

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1. Julek Statue – Filip Statue loop from Legnica

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2. Głogów Gate Tower – Słowiański Park Pond loop from Legnica

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3. Słowiański Park Pond – Filip Statue loop from Legnica

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Bernhard Sander

August 28, 2025

Julek is a schoolboy with a slingshot and a newspaper cap. Rumor has it that he didn't go to school, preferring to earn some money instead. This is apparently just the beginning of a series called "Children of Legnica." It remains to be seen whether there will be other similar characters. As usual, there are supporters and opponents of this idea. A comparison with the Wrocław dwarves isn't really appropriate, as the reason for their creation is very different.

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simpsons57

September 30, 2025

The Julek statue in Legnica is a charming yet controversial public sculpture that is part of a larger artistic project:
🧒 Who is "Julek"?
Depiction: A young boy with an oversized backpack, from which a proca (slingshot) protrudes. On his head, he wears a newspaper cap – a typical accessory of childhood in the 1950s.
Symbolism: Embodies a cheeky, curious child from Legnica, representing the city's generations.
🎨 Artist & Concept
Author: Edward Mirowski, a sculptor from Legnica.
Unveiling: On May 30, 2014, directly on the market square, next to the Galeria Sztuki.
Part of the "Dzieci Legnicy" (Children of Legnica) cycle:
Several sculptures are planned, depicting children from different eras – from the 1950s to the present.
Goal: To reflect the city's identity and history through childhood figures.
🗣️ Reactions & Discussion
The sculpture sparked controversial discussions:
Some saw it as a loving tribute to the city's history, while others criticized it as kitsch.
The sculpture's placement between the cathedral and the gallery was also debated.
📍 Location
Right on Legnica's Rynek (Market Square), next to the Galeria Sztuki – easily accessible and a popular photo opportunity.

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