Have you ever seen a sculpture gazing out over its shoulder? This is the Chac Mool at Trinity College Dublin. Standing at the Lincoln Gate entrance, it’s a modern interpretation of an ancient Mesoamerican figure, a style of sculpture found in temples and sacred sites throughout Central Mexico. The sculpture is a gift from the artist Sebastián, who also created three other sculptures in Clifden, Cork, and Sandymount Strand. One of the most interesting things about the Chac Mool is the turquoise paint. Sebastián, who was greatly inspired by Henry Moore, explained that the color blue was traditionally used to signify members of the priesthood in ancient frescoes and manuscripts. The sculpture is a reminder that art transcends time and borders, connecting us to the past and present. The Chac Mool invites us to reflect on its rich history and to ponder on the enduring power of sculpture.
Saint John the Evangelist
Whispers of history echo from these stones. This is the site of Saint John the Evangelist. Once a vibrant church