A Conversation with Oscar Wilde, Bronze memorial sculpture near Charing Cross, London, GB
The sculpture features Oscar Wilde emerging from green granite, sitting in a casual position while holding a cigarette near St Martin's in the Fields church.
The memorial, unveiled in 1998, resulted from a committee initiative including Dame Judi Dench and Sir Ian McKellen, who selected Maggi Hambling's design among twelve proposals.
The granite structure displays a quote from Lady Windermere's Fan: 'We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars'.
The memorial functions as a bench where visitors can sit next to the bronze figure, creating opportunities for photographs between Trafalgar Square and Charing Cross Station.
The cigarette held by the bronze figure frequently disappears through repeated acts of removal by members of the public, requiring regular maintenance.
Location: City of Westminster
Inception: 1998
Creator: Maggi Hambling
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 51.50870,-0.12589
Latest update: May 15, 2025 15:36
St Martin-in-the-Fields
76 m
London Coliseum
116 m
English National Opera
116 m
High Commission of South Africa, London
85 m
Queen Eleanor Memorial Cross
51 m
Edith Cavell Memorial
116 m
The Harp
101 m
Equestrian statue of George IV
123 m
College of Optometrists
98 m
Christ Child
79 m
Statue of George Washington
116 m
John Law Baker Memorial Drinking Fountain
27 m
Drinking Fountain Attached To Church Walls And Railing To Church Of St Martin In The Fields
8 m
Fountains and terrace walls with lampstandards, steps and stone bollards enclosing the Square
120 m
Charing Cross Station Hotel
84 m
Marquis of Granby Public House
120 m
St Martin In The Fields Secondary School
51 m
40, Craven Street Wc2
109 m
St Martin's Vicarage
81 m
45 And 46, Chandos Place Wc2
108 m
430, 434-437, 440 and 449 Strand, 1 and 3-10 Adelaide Street and 5 and 7 William IV Street
55 m
44, Chandos Place Wc2
105 m
K6 Telephone Kiosk
22 m
Churchyard Wall And Railings Adjoining Entrance To Crypt, On North Side Of Church Of St Martin In The Fields
67 m
St Martin's Vestry Hall
71 m
Churchyard Walls And Railings Surrounding Church Of St Martin In The Fields On North, South, East And West Sides
59 m
Western Corner Block Of Former Charing Cross Hospital
105 m
39, Craven Street Wc2
117 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes