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Der Streit der Königinnen
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Der Streit der Königinnen

A dramatic clash of legendary queens

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Experience the riveting confrontation of two queens from the Nibelungenlied in Jens Nettlich's sculpture 'The Quarrel of the Queens'. This masterful piece captures the tension and drama of this legendary scene, inviting you into the world of medieval epics. A must-see for history and art enthusiasts, it sparks the imagination.
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The sculpture is part of Jens Nettlich's Nibelungenlied sculptures.

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Imagine the kind of argument where the air itself seems to buzz with tension. That's what you're witnessing here with Nettlich's sculpture. These queens are locked in a battle of wills, each embodying their own regal authority. Their conflict isn't just a moment frozen in time; it's the culmination of deep-seated rivalries from a world long past. Take a look to your left—you can almost envision a grand medieval banquet where these powerful figures might have clashed. This isn't merely art; it's a glimpse into an era of grandeur and power struggles. And if you glance east, there's the Siegfried Fountain, another nod to the Nibelung saga. Just a short walk and you'll dive deeper into these legendary tales.

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