In Aguas Territoriales, Yoan Capote expands his exploration of seascapes by incorporating saw blades into his material lexicon, building on his earlier use of fishhooks. These serrated tools evoke both shimmering water and latent violence, underscoring the sea’s duality as a symbol of beauty and danger. While creating the series, he was drawn to the ancient Greek myth of Procrustes, whose brutal method of imposing uniformity – stretching or severing the bodies of his victims to fit an arbitrary standard – echoes the experiences of the Cuban population under restrictive political conditions. This parallel amplifies the psychological tension within Aguas Territoriales, transforming the sea from a mere physical barrier into a symbol of control, conformity, and the sacrifices imposed on those who seek freedom.