Sculpted in bronze, the Spirale mit Tieren coils before you. It’s a captivating sight. This unique artwork graces a passageway on Ebner-Eschenbach-Weg in Neuallermöhe, Hamburg. The Spirale mit Tieren was created in 1986 by Robert Müller-Warnke. The sculpture isn’t just a static piece. It wraps around a pillar, creating a dynamic spiral. This spiral is adorned with a procession of animals. Look closely at the Spirale mit Tieren. You’ll see a snail, a lion, a snake, fish, and more. Interestingly, these animals aren’t depicted to scale. The artist adjusted their sizes. This allows a small snail to hold its own alongside a larger lion. The Spirale mit Tieren was commissioned under the “Art in Construction” program. The Bergedorf-Bille cooperative purchased the sculpture. They still own the artwork today, along with the surrounding residential complex. Müller-Warnke, born in 1915, had a diverse artistic career. He worked with both figurative and abstract forms, also creating stained glass and church furnishings. His simplified forms give the Spirale mit Tieren a timeless quality. So next time you pass through this unassuming passageway, take a moment to appreciate the Spirale mit Tieren. Its spiraling form and whimsical collection of animals offer a delightful surprise.
Allerheiligen Kirche
Hidden within Hamburg’s Neugraben-Fischbek district lies the Allerheiligen Kirche. It serves as a spiritual home for Ukrainian immigrants. The Allerheiligen