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~ Das war der Zwerg Perkeo im Heidelberger Schloss ~ | |
This is the first sentence of a 19th century student song written by Viktor von Scheffel. The dwarf Perkeo is the mascot of Heidelberg and his likeness is featured along with the largest wine/beer barrel in the world at the castle. This etched stein is marked with the Mettlach logo, mold number 3290 and dated 1911. | |
Das war der Zwerg Perkeo im Heidelberger Schloss, an Wuchse klein und winzig, an Durste riesengross! (Scheffel) |
There was the dwarf Perkeo in the Heidelberg Castle, though his stature was small, his thirst was tall! (Viktor von Scheffel) |
Translation: Les Hopper compilation/Roy De Selms Photo credit: Unknown |