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What is the Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen inspired by?

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Correct answer: A Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale.

The iconic statue, unveiled in 1913, depicts a character from Hans Christian Andersen's famous fairy tale "The Little Mermaid." The sculpture was commissioned by brewer Carl Jacobsen, who was captivated by a ballet performance based on the tale. Interestingly, the statue has been a target of vandalism multiple times, including decapitations and paint attacks.

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