Dunham Massey Hall sundial, Lead sundial sculpture at Dunham Massey Hall, England.
The Dunham Massey Hall sundial is a life-size lead sculpture depicting a kneeling figure holding a sundial on his head. The statue features painted white eyes with blue pupils and wears a blue and green feathered garment.
The National Trust commissioned Andries Carpentière to create this sculpture in 1735 for George Booth, 2nd Earl of Warrington. The work remained at the estate for nearly three centuries before removal in 2020.
The National Trust removed the Grade II listed sundial from its original location in June 2020 following discussions about historical representations and public memory.
The sculpture is a Grade II listed structure and has been moved following discussions about its representation. Visitors should check the estate website for current location and access information.
The design draws from an earlier model by Jan van Nost installed at Hampton Court Palace in 1701. This prototype influenced a style that was copied across multiple estates.
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