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Trommler von Burg

The Drummer of Burg

Figure from a local legend.

artist unknown
date?

Description

Bronze statue of a drummer.

Inscription(s)

TROMMLER
VON
BURG

Signature

Unreadable 'seal'.

Annotation

According to legend Burg was once completely tunnelled. The drummer wanted to explore the tunnels. As a sign of life he tapped his drum. After some time the drum was no longer heard. The Burg drummer has disappeared for ever.

Sculptor

Unknown artist. Do you know who the sculptor is? please let us know.

Sources & Information

Stadt Burg, Die Sage vom "Trommler von Burg".

Locatie (N 52°16'24" - E 11°51'39") (Satellite view: Google Maps)

Item Code: desa057; Photograph: 11 August 2013
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