It might have been an easier time when police and public were more affable in their dealings with each other. It might also be due to the region – the people of the Rhineland are known for their jovial demeanour.

These are two sculptures (2 of 6, distributed in the centre of Koblenz) in honour of historic local characters, here market-woman Ringelstein and Constable Otto. They stand next to each other, Otto is taking down a complaint by Mistress Ringelstein.

FOWC with Fandango: Jovial

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