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Rehearsal for unveiling of Victoria Memorial
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Rehearsal for unveiling of Victoria Memorial
A rehearsal for the unveiling of the Victoria Memorial, a Grade I listed building at the centre of Queens Gardens in front of Buckingham Palace, Central London. The sculptor was Sir Thomas Brock, and the surround was constructed by the architect Sir Aston Webb from 2300 tons of white marble. A large statue of Queen Victoria faces towards The Mall, while the other sides of the monument contain statues of the Angel of Justice, the Angel of Truth, and Charity. At the top is Victory with two seated figures. There is a nautical theme, with mermaids, mermen and a hippogriff, suggesting the UKs naval power
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This photograph captures a rehearsal for the unveiling of the Victoria Memorial, a historic and culturally significant monument located at the heart of Queens Gardens in front of Buckingham Palace, Central London. The monument, which is a Grade I listed building, was constructed between 1901 and 1924 under the supervision of renowned sculptor Sir Thomas Brock and architect Sir Aston Webb. The monument, made from an impressive 2300 tons of white marble, is adorned with a large statue of Queen Victoria facing The Mall, symbolizing her reign and legacy. The surround of the monument is further embellished with allegorical statues, including the Angel of Justice, the Angel of Truth, and Charity, as well as Victory, seated at the top with two figures. The monument's design also features a nautical theme, with mermaids, mermen, and a hippocampus, reflecting the UK's maritime power and historical connection to the sea. The Victoria Memorial, a masterpiece of art and history, was unveiled in 1911 and continues to be a source of pride and inspiration for the British people.
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