King Gambrinus is a legendary figure often celebrated as the King of Beer or the unofficial patron saint of brewers. He appears in European folklore — especially in German, Belgian, and Dutch brewing culture — as a jovial, barrel-loving ruler who either invented beer, perfected it, or simply drank it better than anyone else.
As German brewers built their empires in the United States, commissioning a statue of Gambrinus to stand guard over the brewhouse or beer garden was the ultimate symbol of tradition, quality, and success.
The King Gambrinus sculpture at Old World Wisconsin is a replica of the original, welded steel sculpture by Wisconsin artist, Elmer Peterson, which was comissioned in 1980 by Heileman's Brewery in La Crosse, WI. At that time, Heileman's was one of the oldest and most successful breweries in America. Plan your trip to Old World Wisconsin to see it in person!
From the Maker, Cat's Meow
Celebrate and remember your favorite places by including our 3/4" thick wooden keepsakes in your home décor. A few favorite spots where Cat’s Meows like to reside are: perched on top of your window and door trim or wainscoting, tucked into your bookshelves, displayed on your work desk, or sprawled across your fireplace mantle. We make little wooden replicas of buildings (including your own home), landmarks, and scenes to help you remember the good times in your life. We design and print the front of our 3/4" thick wood with colorful details, and the back includes the story. Cat's Meow Village is so named because our black cat mascot, Casper, is hiding on every piece! Crafter-turned-Founder, Faline Jones, has a thing for cats! You buy the Cat's Meows that have meaning for you and display them around your home or office. We are a woman-owned, pure American company, and we are right around the corner in Wooster, Ohio!
Details
- Size: about 4.75" wide by 0.75" thick.
- Story of King Gambrinus on reverse side
- Made in Ohio, United States
