Artemis - Interactive Sculpture for Children in Hospital

Artemis

formerly "Where Paths Meet"

Artemis is a large-scale interactive sculpture by London-based contemporary artist Linda Hortobagyi, originally created as Where Paths Meet for the Pride in the Quarter Lion Trail in St James's Park, opposite Buckingham Palace. During her public display she was visited by hundreds — likely thousands — of children, and featured in BBC News coverage. Made to be met rather than merely viewed, her fluid, inviting form draws children and adults alike into a moment of curiosity, pause and calm.

Named for the Greek goddess of protection, Artemis is the protector of children and animals — and this sculpture carries that meaning into form. A lioness rather than a lion, she embodies protection without aggression: strength placed in the service of care, gaze of a warm mother's hug. Emerging from meditative, intuitive movement, her presence celebrates compassion, strength and connection, offering a quiet point of steadiness for anyone who comes to stand beside her.

Artemis is now seeking her final home: a hospital where she can bring comfort, hope and a little joy to those who need it most. Her scale and tactile, interactive nature make her a natural companion for family waiting areas, paediatric wards and outpatient spaces — somewhere a child might pause, reach out, and feel a little less alone.

Where She Stood

• Part of: Pride in the Quarter Lion Trail, London
• Location: St James's Park, opposite Buckingham Palace
• Public engagement: Visited by hundreds — likely thousands — of children during the trail
• Coverage: BBC News

See her on the trail →
Read the BBC News feature →

Artwork Details

Year: 2026
Medium: Mixed media sculpture
Dimensions:

• Overall Height: 1200 mm
• Overall Footprint (Plinth): 1900 mm L x 900 mm W
• Plinth Height: 250 mm
• Interactive Ball Diameter: 200 mm
  

Display: Freestanding, suitable for outdoor or indoor public and family-facing spaces
Provenance: Publicly exhibited on the Pride in the Quarter Lion Trail, St James's Park, London; featured in BBC News
Authenticity: Signed original by Linda Hortobagyi
Availability: Available for acquisition or temporary exhibition
Price: Price on application

✨ Enquire about Artemis — acquisitions, exhibitions and hospital placements warmly welcomed

Further abstract art in the Linda Horto Gallery Collection.