Apollo

Apollo

Farrer Park Hospital, 2014

Apollo, the Greek god of healing and medicine, takes the form of a monumental red apple in Kumari Nahappan’s sculpture for Farrer Park Hospital. Positioned in the lobby, the work distils a vast mythological legacy into a single, immediate symbol—warm, welcoming, and quietly authoritative. In Greek tradition, Apollo gifted humanity the knowledge of healing, and the red apple becomes a contemporary emblem of that gift.

Kumari’s choice of simplicity is intentional; the smooth surface, rounded contours, and saturated colour create a sense of calm focus, grounding visitors the moment they step inside. The sculpture embodies the institution’s commitment to fairness, compassion, and holistic care, bridging ancient ideas of wellness with a modern medical environment. In a place defined by vulnerability and hope, Apollo offers a reminder that healing is not only a science but a lineage—one rooted in knowledge, humanity, and the enduring promise of restoration.