Well, who are you? Our little boy has discovered a huge black raven on his walk through the woods. Is that a bad sign? The boy, wearing his hat on his head, looks up in alarm and almost wants to touch the bird.
In many cultures, the raven is considered an unlucky animal. In Germanic belief, however, the animal enjoyed a good reputation. It was the god Odin who could even transform himself into a raven. Odin also always carried two ravens with him, which he sent as messengers to find out what was going on in the world. And just think of the Tower of London, where several black ravens still live today and are supposed to protect the United Kingdom from collapse. As a power animal in mythology, the raven is a bringer of light, a bearer of secrets and a messenger of souls.
No, the little raven is not a bad sign for our boy. In fact, he has found a new friend on his journey. “Sing Along,” he says to his feathered friend – together they will surely soon embark on their next adventure.
Sculptor: Gerhard Skrobek
Sculpted:1981
Height: 4.25"