Skulptur Keturi Vejai (Sculpture The Four Winds), Klaipeda

Standing as a testament to the creative spirit and craftsmanship of blacksmiths, the sculpture titled "The Four Winds" has a fascinating origin rooted in the city's blacksmiths symposium.

The inaugural blacksmiths symposium, aptly named "The Four Winds," took place in Klaipėda in 2008, attracting skilled artisans from various corners of the world, including Lithuania, Latvia, Czech Republic, and Canada. During this collaborative gathering, an original composition titled "The Fifth Wind" emerged, created collectively by the participating master blacksmiths.

"The Four Winds" sculpture symbolizes the four primary winds—North, South, East, and West—and carries the essence of their elemental forces. Additionally, it represents the wind of Creation, often referred to as the fifth wind. This symbolic breeze flows from the sculpture towards the city, originating from the historical backdrop of Klaipėda Castle.

Throughout its history, Klaipėda Castle held a prominent defensive position, boasting advanced fortifications in Prussia during the mid-18th century. However, its military significance waned after the conclusion of the Seven Years' War. In the early 20th century, industrial buildings were introduced within the castle's territory, marking a shift from military to industrial use.