Public art stop 12
Triton and Siren
Classical Greco-Roman sculpture depicting Triton reaching out passionately toward an oceanic siren rising from the waves.
ArtistCarlos Espino
Year1990
LocationMalecón Centro (Cruce con Calle Abasolo)
MaterialBronce clásico de estilo grecorromano
Dimensions3.2 metros de altura
Story and meaning
Welcome to Stop number twelve: Triton and Siren, by Carlos Espino. Classical Greco-Roman sculpture depicting Triton reaching out passionately toward an oceanic siren rising from the waves. Photo tip: Frame from the north side to capture the dramatic reaching of hands against open sea.
Visitor perspective
Admired for classical anatomical realism and emotional movement.
Best photo angle
Frame from the north side to capture the dramatic reaching of hands against open sea.
Stop #12 · centro