The Horses of Helios, Bronze fountain at Piccadilly, London, England.
Four rearing horses emerge from a granite base, with water cascading around their powerful bronze forms in the center of a busy intersection.
The Horses of Helios, created by sculptor Rudy Weller, was unveiled in 1992 during the renovation of the adjacent Criterion Theatre building.
The sculpture represents the four horses of the Greek sun god Helios: Aethon, Eous, Phlegon, and Pyrois, connecting London's modern art with classical mythology.
The fountain stands near Piccadilly Circus tube station, making it accessible for visitors exploring central London's entertainment and shopping districts.
A complementary sculpture, the Daughters of Helios, features three golden figures leaping from the sixth floor of the building above the bronze horses.
Location: City of Westminster
Inception: 1992
Creator: Rudy Weller
Made from material: bronze, granite
GPS coordinates: 51.50996,-0.13342
Latest update: May 10, 2025 18:10
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