![]() ![]() ![]() As the artist explains, the colour blue was traditionally used to signify members of the priesthood in ancient frescoes and manuscripts. This specific type of sculpture was discovered in the 19th century by an archaeologist who named it after the greatest Mayan warrior, Chac Mool. Appearing as a vehicle between man and the gods, it traditionally depicts a reclining figure with its legs bent upwards, resting on its elbows and with its face looking out over its shoulder. The term Chac Mool refers to a style of ancient Mesoamerican sculpture found in temples and sacred sites throughout Central Mexico. There are currently four of these sculptures in Ireland, all of which have been generously donated by the artist. He is best known for his monumental public sculptures, created using steel or concrete, which can now be seen throughout the world. The artist adopted the pseudonym ‘Sebastián’ after the painting of the martyred Saint Sebastian by Sandro Botticelli. Ambassador Carlos García de Alba in the presence of the artist on the 18th of September 2015 to mark 40 years of Mexican-Irish Diplomatic Relations Bite-sized info:Įnrique Carbajal González was born in Chihuahua, Northern Mexico, shortly after the end of the Second World War. ![]() You are here Engage > Art on Campus Sebastián 'Chac Mool', 2002, spray painted mild steel Donated by the artist, supported by The Embassy of Mexico in Ireland Location: Lincoln Gate entrance to campusįormally unveiled by Provost Patrick Prendergast and H.E. ![]()
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