Gines Serran-Pagan, a world-renowned artist, was captivated by Ashland, Kentucky, during a visit to the region. The city's vibrant culture, people, and the energy of the river left a lasting impression on him. In collaboration with his daughter, Sinia, and fellow artist and son, Francisco, Gines proposed to design and create three bronze monuments that embody his vision of Ashland's historical significance as a center of metallurgic industry and culture.
The stunning collection of mixed media bronze sculptures, which was unveiled on January 3, 2020, at the Port of Ashland, along the Ohio River, is now the world's largest. Visit Ashland, Kentucky, to witness these awe-inspiring works of art that capture the essence of the city and its rich history.
Find them: 99 15th Street, Ashland, KY 41101
PORT OF ASHLAND SCULPTURES
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“We believe these artworks advance the city’s artistic offerings and will bring in folks from across the country, and maybe even around the world, to Ashland.”
Venus of Ashland
Venus in mythology was Vulcan’s wife and the most beautiful woman in the world. Our “Venus of Ashland” symbolizes the “Tree of Life”. She is offering an Ash Tree branch in the palm of her hand in what the artist says represents the love for the wonderful people, culture, and natural beauty of the City of Ashland and the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
vulcan of ashland
“Vulcan of Ashland” is seen hammering the five rods on a forge which symbolizes the city and region’s rich history with metals and the strength of the hard working people who live here.
genesis
An abstract sculpture based on the images from Ashland’s Paul Blazer High School’s original art designs. It represents a new beginning or rebirth in Ashland a the region with the five rods in the sculpture symbolic of the four natural elements (earth, air, water, and fire) and God.
The Weeping lady
No one knows her name, or why she weeps. She sits alone in the middle of Ashland Cemetery loosely holding a single rose in her right hand. A small memorial wreath rests just behind her forearm. She leans over two grave spaces, and she’s grasping her left breast while mourning the repose of the two who are buried beneath her sight.
Find her: Ashland Cemetery, 1528 Belmont Street, Ashland, KY 41101
