Gallos - Tintagel, Cornwall, UK
Sculptor Rubin Eynon creates unforgettable public artwork using a variety of mediums—from wood and stone to iron and bronze. His recent work, Gallos, was installed in April 2016, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean on the cliffs of Tintagel. The stately 8-foot-high bronze sculpture was not only inspired by the legend of King Arthur, but also Tintagel Castle's history.
Commissioned by English Heritage, the public sculpture is not without controversy.
Tintagel, a village in Cornwall, is known as the legendary site of King Arthur's conception, a fact that has been used to draw tourists into the small haven.
In promoting the area, English Heritage has been accused by locals of “Disneyfication,” forsaking its rich Cornish history in favor of the mythical tale. The issues kicked off when the organization had an artist carve the face of Merlin into a rock face and has continued since.
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