
Gower Memorial, Stratford-upon-Avon, UK
- Constructed: 1888
Statue of Shakespeare, Stratford-upon-Avon, surrounded by Hamlet, Lady Macbeth, Prince Hal and Falstaff, representing Philosophy, Tragedy, History and Comedy
History
Description / Materials
History
“The monument was constructed in Paris over a 12 year period between 1876-1888 by Lord Ronald Gower and various associates and craftsman. It was unveiled at a ceremony attended by Oscar Wilde on 10 October 1888, at its original location in gardens to south of the Memorial Theatre. The monument was moved to its current location in 1933 following the rebuilding of the theatre after the devastating fire of 1926.”
From Historic England
Description / Materials
Stone and bronze