The public sculpture in the centre of Arthur Square is officially called ‘The Spirit of Belfast’.
By Dan George, it was unveiled in 2009.
The sculpture reflects the two major industries of Belfast, shipbuilding and linen and the design aims to reflect the texture and lightness of linen, while the metal reflects the strength and beauty of shipbuilding.
As with other public works of art in Northern Ireland the sculpture has been given a nickname, the Onion Rings.
Do you want to learn more about the history of Belfast? We pass this site on my Queen’s Quarter Tour!