Public art stop 5
The Subtle Stone-Eater
A whimsical jester figure with an open torso ingesting river stones and volcanic obsidian with a spoon.
ArtistJonás Gutiérrez
Year2006
LocationMalecón Centro (Cruce con Calle Aldama)
MaterialBronce con incrustaciones de obsidiana volcánica
Dimensions2.4 metros de altura · 800 kg
Story and meaning
Welcome to Stop number five: The Subtle Stone-Eater, by Jonás Gutiérrez. A whimsical jester figure with an open torso ingesting river stones and volcanic obsidian with a spoon. Photo tip: Take a close-up highlighting the polished obsidian in the torso.
Visitor perspective
A favorite for kids peering at the volcanic stones inside.
Best photo angle
Take a close-up highlighting the polished obsidian in the torso.
Stop #5 · centro