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Manneken Pis Postcard Album - Nun and Children
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Manneken Pis Postcard Album - Nun and Children
Embarrased nun: " Look to the left my children". The nun leads a group of schoolgirls (one snubbing her nose), holding an umbrella to shield their innocent eyes from the little boy statue. Manneken Pis (Dutch for little pee man ), also known in French as the petit Julien, is a very famous Brussels landmark. It is a small bronze fountain sculpture depicting a naked little boy urinating into the fountains basin. This fold-out postcard album contains humourous sketches relating to the statue and individuals reactions on viewing it
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Manneken Pis: A Humorous Take on a Famous Belgian Landmark - Nun and Children This charming postcard album, featuring the iconic Manneken Pis statue, captures the playful and humorous reactions of individuals, particularly children and nuns, to the famous Brussels landmark. The cover image showcases an embarrassed nun leading a group of schoolgirls, one of whom snubs her nose, as they shield their innocent eyes from the little boy statue using an umbrella. Manneken Pis, also known as Petit Julien in French, is a small bronze fountain sculpture depicting a naked little boy urinating into the fountain's basin. This historical Belgian landmark, located in the heart of Brussels, has been a source of fascination and amusement for centuries. The album showcases a series of humourous sketches that capture the reactions of various individuals to the statue, from the embarrassed to the amused. These sketches offer a unique glimpse into the history and cultural significance of this famous Belgian icon. Despite its playful and humorous depiction, the Manneken Pis statue is an important part of Belgian history. The statue, which dates back to the 17th century, has undergone numerous restorations and transformations throughout the years. It is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Brussels and Belgium as a whole. This fold-out postcard album offers a delightful and humorous take on a famous Belgian landmark, making it a must-have for anyone with an interest in Belgian history and culture.
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