Statue of Thomas Becket, Religious sculpture near St Paul's Cathedral, London, United Kingdom
The resin statue by Edward Bainbridge Copnall stands in St Paul's Churchyard, depicting Thomas Becket in a contemplative stance facing the cathedral.
Created in 1973, this statue commemorates Thomas Becket, the Archbishop of Canterbury who was murdered in 1170 following conflicts with King Henry II.
The statue represents a turning point in English history when the relationship between church and state transformed through Becket's martyrdom and subsequent canonization.
Located at coordinates 51.5135327, -0.0975317, the statue can be viewed during daylight hours as part of a walking tour around St Paul's Cathedral.
The artist colored the resin material to simulate bronze, creating an unusual alternative to traditional metal casting methods in public sculpture.
GPS coordinates: 51.51353,-0.09753
Latest update: March 6, 2025 09:43
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