Eros (Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain)

The Eros (Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain) is a famous sculpture located in Piccadilly Circus, London. It depicts a winged figure representing Eros, the Greek god of love, symbolizing both love and the pursuit of beauty and happiness. The statue, made of gilded aluminum, rises above a fountain and is an iconic landmark. Although often called Eros, it's actually intended to represent his brother, Anteros, symbolizing selfless love. Installed in 1893, it celebrates the philanthropist Lord Shaftesbury, emphasizing themes of compassion and social progress.