Securus (2007) by Tony O'Malley is a bronze sculpture located at the entrance to Easton Meadows in Leixlip, County Kildare. Commissioned by Kildare County Council, the work explores themes of security, love and human connection, reflecting on the idea that a sense of belonging and emotional support forms the foundation of personal wellbeing. The sculpture draws inspiration from several sources, including a painting by Gustav Klimt and the classical tale of Baucis and Philemon from Ovid’s Metamorphoses. In the story, an elderly couple are rewarded for their kindness and hospitality by being transformed into two intertwined trees so that they might remain together forever. The sculpture echoes this theme of enduring love and companionship, a connection reinforced by the nearby oak tree whose branches intertwine in a similar way. Situated within a residential setting, the work serves as a reminder of the importance of relationships and the sense of security that grows from connection with others.
Securus by Tony O'Malley, Leixlip, 2007
