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Visit Poland's Lower Silesia on Google Arts & Culture

May 29, 2024

Witold Wójtowicz
Head of gPS CEE & Google Wroclaw Site Lead
Painted image of a golden gleaming figure walking through a dark forest
Visit Poland's Lower Silesia on Google Arts &
Ponds seen from a bird's eye view. Dark blue and navy blue water. In the center of the photo you can see an irregularly shaped island, all covered with trees. The trees are in various shades of green. The lightest trees have a slightly yellowish hue. Light reflections of the island are visible in the waters.

Milicz Ponds seen from a bird's eye view, from the collection of Milicz Ponds
The picture shows two birds, cranes, engaged in a dynamic interaction on the water. One bird has its wings raised as if in mid-flap, while the other has its head lowered, possibly pecking at the water. The water is splashing around their feet, indicating movement.

Cranes, from the collection of the Milicz Ponds.
Oil on canvas, presenting Karkonosze mountains during winter. In the topmost part of the painting there are white clouds, on the horizon there are two mountain peaks, covered in snow. In the foreground, there are two trees, bent by the wind and covered in snow.

“Snow Cauldrons” painted by Paula Weimanna (1943), from the collection of City Museum of Wrocław
It’s a dark and mysterious photograph. In the center we can see ruins of Chojnik Castle. There are trees inside the courtyard of the castle. Behind the castle we can see two small lakes and some clouds on the horizon. The photograph was taken after dusk, most likely during early autumn.

The ruins of Chojnik Castle from a bird's eye view, from the collection of Museum of Architecture in Wroclaw
In the photograph, we can see a small pond and a morning fog. In the center, there is a big castle, covered in this fog. The sky in the background is blue. There are a few trees in front of the castle. It looks as if the day is starting.

Karpniki Castle, covered in the morning fog, from the collection of Karpniki Castle
The whole space of the photograph presents the front wall of a big, old castle. The facade is in two colours: light brick-like and white. There are six rows of windows, varying in shape. The three biggest windows are located at the center of the castle front wall. The castle casts a long, dark shadow, suggesting it’s evening time.

The facade of Książ Castle, from the collection of Museum of Architecture in Wroclaw
The photo shows a bronze statue of a small, chubby figure with a conical hat, standing on a city street. The statue appears to be one of the many "Wrocław dwarfs" that are scattered throughout the city of Wrocław. In the background, there is a blurred image of a child riding a scooter, adding a sense of movement and daily life to the scene. The setting includes an urban street with a crosswalk and several people in the distance.

Papa Dwarf: the first of the city gnomes of Wrocław, from the collection of City Museum of Wrocław
The photo depicts a vibrant night scene featuring an array of colorful neon signs in various styles and colors. The signs are attached to the facades of buildings, which appear to be part of a street or alleyway. The signs display text in what seems to be Polish, including words like "montaż," "Handlowy," and "Kino Ognisko." The lighting from the neon signs creates a striking and colorful glow, casting reflections and shadows on the surroundings.
The photo depicts a nighttime scene featuring a man dressed in a traditional outfit, lighting a gas lamp on a cobblestone street. The man is wearing a dark cloak and a hat, and he is using a long pole to ignite the lamp. The background includes historic buildings illuminated by warm lighting, which contrasts with the darkening sky. The street is lined with trees and other lampposts, creating a picturesque and old-fashioned atmosphere.

The Lamplighter, from the collection of City Museum of Wrocław
The picture depicts a theatrical scene set in a lush, outdoor environment. Four individuals are engaged in a dramatic pose. A person on the left is performing an impressive, acrobatic move with one leg extended high in the air. This individual is dressed in colorful, ornate clothing. Two individuals are seated on a red, antique-style bench. The man in the center wears 18th-century style clothing. The woman next to him wears a vibrant yellow dress with period-specific details, including a voluminous skirt and intricate design. On the right, a person in a modern white shirt and dark pants is bent forward, holding the arm of the bench, appearing to be in motion or exerting effort.

The spectacle "Los Mimos" (2020), from the collection of Wrocław Mime Theatre
A group of six light (almost white) chairs standing in a neat row. In the background we can see a building with a dome, set against a blue sky, two small clouds visible. The building is the Centennial Hall and the chairs represent the Terrace Restaurant. This image is an old postcard. It’s a bit dirty and worn-out in the left corner.

Terrace restaurant, from the collection of the Centennial Hall
An architectural plan of the dome of the Centennial Hall. The image is merely a contour of the dome against a white background. It’s very simple, no architect notes are added.
In the photograph there is a wooden church. The church is mostly white, the wooden elements are made of dark, timbre wood. The photo was taken after dusk - the sky is of navy blue colour. The street lamps emit a dim light.

Side elevation of the Church of Peace in Świdnica, from the collection of UNESCO
The image is an artistic illustration depicting two women floating in a stream. One woman has red hair and is dressed in a dark blue dress, while the other woman has blonde hair and is wearing a light-colored dress. Both appear serene, with their eyes closed. The stream is shown with flowing water, plants, and stones. There is also an otter swimming nearby and a red fox sitting on the bank, observing the scene.

“Daughters of the River”, an illustration of one of the local legends created by Alex Zappa
The image appears to be a two-page spread from an illustrated book, likely a storybook. The left page features a large decorative initial "K" at the beginning of a block of text. The illustration at the bottom depicts a large, sleeping dragon covered in vegetation, blending into the natural landscape. The dragon's back is overgrown with trees and plants.
An aerial view of a large, medieval-style castle, surrounded by a forest with autumn-colored foliage. The castle has multiple red roofs. The landscape includes sections of cleared land, hinting at agricultural use.

Grodziec Castle allegedly haunted by the Black Great Grandmother and the Red Phantom, from the collection of Museum of Architecture in Wrocław
An animated Gif showing some of the highlights of the project. These are: a photo of cranes, painted windows in Duszniki Paper Mill, actors from the Mime Theater, Milicz Ponds, Capitol Theatre, a set of Bolesławiec pottery, Książ Castle, the Bear Cave, Neon Gallery in Wrocław, The Church of Peace in Jawor, Karpniki Castle, the Centennial Hall as well as paintings of Karkonosze

An animated Gif showing some of the highlights of the project
A picture of a puzzle being put together. We can see blue sky and a castle in the center of the puzzle. There are a few blank spots where the puzzles are missing, but we can already see 3 turrets of the castle and one small window. It’s Karpniki Castle.

Puzzle Party: Karpniki Castle being pieced together
A picture of a dark green forest. It’s a simple image: there are a few light green trees in the center and the trees around are much darker. It looks like a clearing in the forest.

Web Pocket Gallery: Walk around an enchanted forest of legends
The image displays a set of three ceramic bowls and plates shaped like fish, each in varying sizes. They are characterized by a white base decorated with blue speckles against a plain white background. These pieces visually blend the iconic cobalt decorations typical of Bolesławiec pottery with elements reminiscent of Japanese porcelain.
A light gray wall, in the middle of which there are two old wooden windows in a light brown, reddish color. Between the windows, there are two other windows painted on the wall, of the same size as the real ones. Ornaments in the form of swirls can be seen around the painted and real windows.

Polychromies on the walls of the historic Paper Making Mill in Duszniki-Zdrój
The image shows the interior of the Capitol Musical Theater, a modern and luxurious performance venue. The theater features rows of bright red, plush seats arranged in ascending tiers. The walls and ceiling are decorated with warm shades of gold and copper, featuring textured geometric patterns that add depth and sophistication, while soft, strategically placed lighting highlights the architectural details and creates a cozy atmosphere. The large stage, framed by golden columns and intricate paneling, complements the elegant design, making the theater an inviting and visually appealing space.
A collage of images from the Krakow exhibition: a painting of a woman breastfeeding an infant, images of buildings, a trumpet and a painting of a woman with an animal
A picture of Chopin
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