Worker Washing Pollen From Sculpture Before Dusk

Warm golden light spills across the stone floor of a Lviv council chamber, illuminating a city worker scrubbing yellow pollen from a civic sculpture. The worker, wearing a high-visibility vest over a dark uniform, stands beneath the bronze figure, holding a hose that sprays a fine mist against the metal base. Heavy overcast skies filter through high arched windows, casting a soft, copper-toned glow over the room. Dust motes hang suspended in the water spray, catching the fading daylight. The sculpture’s intricate details reflect the wet stone beneath it, while the worker’s boots press firmly against the polished surface. one drop of water rolls down the bronze leg, pooling near the worker’s heel.