Statue of William III, Bronze memorial statue in Kensington Gardens, England
Description
This bronze memorial portrays a 17th-century military leader in period dress and stands on a Portland stone base in Kensington Gardens. The figure is depicted wearing characteristic attire of the era, complete with a feathered hat and sword.
History
The statue was commissioned in 1907 by German Emperor Wilhelm II as a gift to King Edward VII. It represents the cooperation between European royal houses during that period before major historical changes.
Culture
The statue was commissioned by German Emperor Wilhelm II and reflects the royal connections that existed between European monarchies in the early 1900s. It stands as a reminder of these diplomatic ties in one of London's most visited public gardens.
Practical
The statue is located in Kensington Gardens near the south entrance of Kensington Palace, where it is easily visible from the Golden Gates. It is straightforward to reach and works well as a stop during a walk through the gardens.
Did you know?
The work survived World War II without damage, while similar statues in Berlin were destroyed. This makes it one of the few remaining originals from a collection that was once spread across several European countries.
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