Joseph Lister Memorial, Bronze and granite memorial in Portland Place, Westminster, United Kingdom.
Description
The Joseph Lister Memorial stands in Portland Place and features a bronze bust set against grey granite, flanked by two bronze figures holding flower garlands. The entire structure rises approximately 4.44 meters and is crafted from bronze and granite materials.
History
Sculptor Thomas Brock created this memorial in 1928 to honor Joseph Lister's revolutionary contributions to antiseptic surgery. The work received Grade II listed status and stands near his former residence.
Culture
The memorial honors a surgeon whose work transformed medicine and remains part of the historical fabric of Marylebone. Today it serves as a reminder of how important figures are commemorated in the public spaces of the city.
Practical
The memorial is located on Portland Place, directly across from numbers 71 to 81, in a busy area of Westminster. Visitors should know it is an outdoor memorial accessible at any time, situated near pedestrian zones and main streets.
Did you know?
One bronze figure on the memorial points directly at the bust with an outstretched arm, creating an unusual composition that guides the viewer's eye to Lister's face. This dramatic design choice sets it apart from other memorials in London.
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