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Ship of fools
Art and satire unite in Nuremberg
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The Ship of Fools fountain in Nuremberg is a striking dry fountain sculpture by artist Jürgen Weber. Inspired by Sebastian Brant's satire 'The Ship of Fools,' it blends artistic expression with literary heritage.
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Jürgen Weber, the sculptor of the fountain, passed away in 2007.
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Part of These Trails
Fountains of NürnbergStop 5 of 11
Waterfront Trail Nürnberg — Hidden GemsStop 9 of 14
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