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Sculpture of the New Front of Buckingham Palace - Southern Wing, 1850. Creator: Unknown
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Sculpture of the New Front of Buckingham Palace - Southern Wing, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Sculpture of the New Front of Buckingham Palace - Southern Wing, 1850. The sculptural enrichment of the new east front of Buckingham Palace [in London, has]...been completed...These sculptures adorn the centre and two wings of the Park facade...Upon the...southern wing is a circle for the reception of a clock dial, flanked by Morning and Night, the latter with bats wings and her characteristic bird, the centre figure of Apollo being an impersonation of Noon'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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This print showcases the Sculpture of the New Front of Buckingham Palace's Southern Wing, created in the year 1850. The sculptural embellishments of the new east front of Buckingham Palace in London have been completed, gracing the centre and two wings of the Palace facade with intricate designs. Upon the Southern Wing, a circular space is prepared for the installation of a clock dial. Flanking this circle are two allegorical figures: Morning and Night. Morning is depicted as a radiant woman, heralding the dawn with a sunrise behind her, while Night is shown as a female figure with bats' wings, symbolizing the night sky and the passage of time. The central figure is an impersonation of Apollo, the sun god, representing Noon. This neoclassical masterpiece, filled with allegorical figures and floral motifs, is an excellent representation of the artistic school of the time. The print, published in the Illustrated London News in 1850, offers a glimpse into the grandeur of Victorian-era architecture and the intricate details of its decorative sculptures. The print invites us to explore the rich symbolism of the sculptures, as well as the beauty of nature, which is intertwined with the religious and artistic elements of the design. This work of art continues to be a source of inspiration for tourists and art enthusiasts, showcasing the enduring appeal of the neoclassical tradition.
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