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The New High Civic Cross, Bristol, 1850. Creator: Unknown
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The New High Civic Cross, Bristol, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The New High Civic Cross, Bristol, 1850. The noble area of the College Green was formerly adorned with a magnificent structure, surmounted by a cross, and the niches enriched with eight statues of the monarchs of England...This erection was forty feet in height, and must have presented a very handsome and imposing appearance...The original one was erected in the year 1373, by the Corporation of the City, as a memorial of their gratitude to the reigning monarch, Edward III...In consequence of the inconvenience experienced by its being placed in the centre of the city, this beautiful structure was removed in 1736 to College Green...it was again taken down, and presented to that venerable antiquary, Sir Richard Colt Hoare, Bart. of Stourhead, Wiltshire, who placed it in his park, where it still remains...the New Cross...will be an exact copy of the original'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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The New High Civic Cross of Bristol, 1850: A Replica of a Medieval Masterpiece This print depicts the New High Civic Cross of Bristol, which was erected in 1850 as an exact replica of the original cross that stood on College Green in the 14th century. The original structure, forty feet in height, was a magnificent memorial to the reigning monarch, Edward III, and was adorned with eight statues of English monarchs. The noble area of College Green was once graced with this impressive structure, which must have presented a very handsome and imposing appearance. However, due to the inconvenience caused by its central location in the city, it was removed in 1736 and presented to Sir Richard Colt Hoare, a venerable antiquary from Stourhead, Wiltshire. The original cross still remains in his park to this day. The New Cross, as it came to be known, was designed to be an exact copy of the original. The print, published in the Illustrated London News in 1850, shows the cross in all its intricate detail, with its ornate design and intricately carved statues. The cross is a testament to the rich history and artistic heritage of medieval England and the enduring influence of Christianity on British culture. The print also serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving historical monuments and artifacts for future generations to appreciate and learn from. The New High Civic Cross of Bristol is a prime example of the beauty and craftsmanship of the Middle Ages and a symbol of the enduring power of art and architecture to inspire and captivate.
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