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Geistkämpfer statue at St. Nikolai Church

Geistkämpfer statue at St. Nikolai Church

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Geistkämpfer statue at St. Nikolai Church

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Location: Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

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Kerstin/Kermi07

June 8, 2019

The spirit fighter was created by Ernst Barlach on behalf of the City of Kiel and was the first large sculpture of the expressionist sculptor and graphic artist. The sword-bearing angel on the wolf-like creature portrays the grandeur and victory of the spirit over evil.

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Dr. G.

February 14, 2024

Tip 1: THE CREATION

Ernst Barlach initially rejected the commission for a large sculpture, but then agreed in 1927 because he was guaranteed “all artistic freedom”. He interprets his bronze sculpture as “the victory of thought over the dark forces of existence.”

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February 14, 2024

Tip 2: THE MEETING

Barlach did not give his work a name. In the Kieler Zeitung of December 11, 1928, the title “Spirit Fighter” was suggested. Barlach did not object, but accepted it and used it himself.
In January 1929 Barlach went to Kiel, looked at his work and wrote to his brother: “The reception of the group is frosty and negative. They had... even bent their swords during the night, all right-wing parties are pulling out their leather against me..."

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Geistkämpfer statue at St. Nikolai Church

1. Hörn Bridge (Folding Bridge) – Holstenfleet loop from Altstadt

2. Holstenfleet – Kiellinie Promenade loop from Düsternbrook

3. Holstenfleet – Holstenstraße Shopping Street loop from Ravensberg

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