Arbre Serpents

Arbre Serpents is a sculpture on New York Avenue in Washington, D.C., that combines serpent and natural forms through modern artistic techniques. The installation spans between 12th and 13th Streets NW and creates a striking presence in the city's public spaces.

The sculpture was created in 1998 by artist Maithai Huajaisin and represents a significant addition to Washington's collection of contemporary public artworks. It has since become part of the artistic landscape on this stretch of New York Avenue.

The sculpture merges city spaces with natural forms through its serpent-like shapes and shows how art can express the relationship between urban environments and nature. Visitors can observe how contemporary public installations bring organic elements into everyday public spaces.

The sculpture is located on New York Avenue between 12th and 13th Streets NW and can be easily viewed from the street. Since it sits in an active commercial area, visitors can see it at any time of day.

The artwork blends Asian artistic traditions, particularly from Thailand, with contemporary American art practices to create a cultural conversation in public space. This fusion demonstrates how public installations can bring global perspectives into everyday urban landscapes.

Location: Washington, D.C.

Inception: 1998

Creator: Maithai Huajaisin

GPS coordinates: 38.90054,-77.02863

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:43