Sutton heritage mosaic, Public mosaic in Sutton High Street, England
Sutton Heritage Mosaic is a large-scale wall artwork featuring black and white panels arranged along the High Street. The panels depict scenes from the area's past, with an information plaque providing details about each section's content.
Created in 1994, the artwork depicts Henry VIII's Nonsuch Palace along with heraldic symbols from local families such as Carew, Gaynesford, and Lumley. These families shaped the area's development over centuries.
The panels feature local landmarks such as Honeywood House and All Saints Church, which remain recognizable parts of the area's present-day character. These buildings continue to anchor the community's sense of place and belonging.
The mosaic is located directly on Sutton High Street and easy to reach on foot, with enough space in front to stand and view it. An information plaque allows visitors to learn about each panel's content without needing special knowledge or equipment.
The artwork was assembled using a reverse technique from over 100,000 individual ceramic pieces, meaning the artists first created the patterns backward. This handcraft method made the installation an exceptionally labor-intensive project requiring considerable skill and patience.
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