See this charming little sculpture? It’s called Fuchs mit Gans or Fox with Goose. This isn’t just any fox and goose. This isn’t some grand heroic piece. This is a small but significant work. Created in 1972 by Erich Wurzer this Fuchs mit Gans is a sweet reminder of a simple children’s rhyme.
The Fuchs mit Gans is a life-sized sculpture. It depicts a fox crouching low to the ground. He holds a goose firmly in his jaws. It’s a playful scene. A perfect depiction of the well-known children’s song. The material is artificial stone. It’s a rather humble material. But it perfectly suits the sculpture’s gentle nature.
The sculpture’s origins are a little mysterious. Some believe it’s a cast of a similar sculpture. That sculpture once stood in Puschkinallee. Unfortunately that original sculpture is now gone. Stolen perhaps? Or maybe it was simply moved. We don’t know for certain. We do know that the Fuchs mit Gans you see here was originally commissioned for a kindergarten. It stood near the Wuhlheide. It stood near Weiskopfstraße. It’s now here for us all to enjoy.
Imagine the children who played near this little fox and goose. They likely giggled and pointed. They probably made up their own stories about the pair. This little sculpture is far more than just a decoration. It speaks to a simpler time. It speaks to the joy of childhood. It reminds us of the power of simple stories and rhymes. It reminds us that even small things have big impacts.
The Fuchs mit Gans may be small. It might be made of artificial stone. It might not be world famous. But it’s a charming piece. It brings a smile to many faces. It shows that art can be found in the most unexpected places. This Fuchs mit Gans brings joy to all who see it. It’s a testament to the enduring power of childhood memories. It’s a piece of Berlin’s history. A history found not in grand palaces. A history found in the simple things. It’s a history found in this delightful Fuchs mit Gans.