Santa Claus, Bronze sculpture at Eendrachtsplein, Rotterdam, Netherlands
The 6-meter bronze figure represents Santa Claus holding a conical object, standing prominently in a public square in central Rotterdam.
Created in 2001 by American artist Paul McCarthy, this sculpture moved through several locations due to public debates about its interpretation.
The sculpture forms part of the Beeldenroute Westersingel collection, which displays various artworks along Rotterdam's main thoroughfares.
Located at the intersection of multiple tram lines, this sculpture serves as a recognizable meeting point for locals and visitors.
The statue generates discussions about modern art interpretation as its conical object can be viewed as either a Christmas tree or different item.
Location: Rotterdam
Inception: 2001
Creator: Paul McCarthy
Made from material: bronze
Part of: Beeldenroute Westersingel/Rotterdam, Sleutelwerken
Address: Oude Binnenweg 142-150, 3012 Rotterdam, Nederland 3012 JD
Website: https://bkor.nl/kunstwerken/santa-claus
GPS coordinates: 51.91707,4.47335
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:44
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