Teucer statue facts for kids
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| Artist | Cándido Pazos |
| Completion date | 15 July 2006 |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Subject | Teucer |
| Condition | Good |
| Location | Pontevedra, Spain |
| 42°25′45.0″N 8°38′45.3″W / 42.429167°N 8.645917°W | |
Teucer is a famous statue in Pontevedra, Spain. A Spanish artist named Cándido Pazos created it. You can find it in Saint Joseph's Square. It sits high up, right above the clock on an old bank building. The statue was officially shown to the public on July 15, 2006.
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The Story of Teucer
Who was Teucer?
Teucer is a legendary hero. People say he founded the city of Pontevedra. He was a skilled archer and the son of King Telamon from Salamis.
Teucer's Journey
The legend says Teucer had to leave his home. He followed a mermaid named Leucoiña to the Ria de Pontevedra. This is where he later founded the city.
Before this, Teucer fought in the long Trojan War. He fought alongside his brother, Ajax, and his cousin, Achilles. After the war, many heroes were not welcomed home. Teucer's own father rejected him.
So, Teucer went looking for a new home. He traveled west to Iberia. He explored the coast of Hispania and crossed the Strait of Gibraltar. He then started a Greek settlement called Hellenes. This place eventually grew into the city we now know as Pontevedra.
About the Teucer Statue
What is the Statue Made Of?
The Teucer statue is made from bronze. It stands very tall, about 6 meters high.
How Heavy is It?
The statue weighs 2 tons. It is held in place by a strong steel spike. This spike connects it to a small clock tower on top of the old Savings Bank of Pontevedra building. Even though it's heavy, the way it's placed makes it look like it's floating in the air.
What Does Teucer Look Like?
The sculpture shows Teucer as a young, strong athlete. He is not wearing clothes. He holds a modern-looking bow. His face shows that he has finally reached his destination.
Teucer's Place in Pontevedra
Teucer Square
The city of Pontevedra has honored Teucer in many ways. In 1843, the oldest square in the city's old town was named Teucer Square. Before that, it was called Town Square or Bread Square.
City Hall Inscription
On the front of the Pontevedra City Hall building, built in 1880, there is a special message. It talks about how the Greek archer Teucer founded the town.
Statues Around the City
You can find other statues of Teucer in Pontevedra. At the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, there's a statue of Teucer. He is holding a cudgel on the right side of the main building.
In 1956, another granite statue of Teucer was added. This one is at the arch of the fountain near the Pilgrim Virgin Church. It shows Teucer fighting the Nemean lion.
Gallery
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Inscription on the front of the city hall.
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Inscription on the front of the city hall (continued).
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Teucer Square.
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Statue of Teucer at the Pilgrim Virgin Church.
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See also
In Spanish: Estatua de Teucro para niños
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