Rosa Klein
The statue Fons Sapientiae in Leuven.
"Fonske" is a statue near the centre of town . Its full name is, Latin for "fountain of wisdom." The statue represents a university student who, while reading a book, lets wisdom flow into his head as liquid from a glass. Just like Manneken Pis in Brussels, Fonske is from time to time dressed in costumes appropriate for the occasion. Fonske is the metaphor of student life. Studying and drinking (beer). Or is he being brainwashed?
The statue Fons Sapientiae in Leuven.
"Fonske" is a statue near the centre of town . Its full name is, Latin for "fountain of wisdom." The statue represents a university student who, while reading a book, lets wisdom flow into his head as liquid from a glass. Just like Manneken Pis in Brussels, Fonske is from time to time dressed in costumes appropriate for the occasion. Fonske is the metaphor of student life. Studying and drinking (beer). Or is he being brainwashed?