The Sockman, Bronze sculpture in Market Place, Loughborough, United Kingdom.
The bronze figure presents a man sitting on a bollard, wearing only one zigzag sock on his left foot in the center of Market Place.
The sculpture, completed in 1998 by artist Shona Kinloch, commemorates the strong hosiery manufacturing heritage of Loughborough during the industrial period.
The plinth contains engraved images depicting various aspects of Loughborough's traditions, connecting the artwork to the local manufacturing heritage.
Located at coordinates 52.771069, -1.206769, the sculpture stands in front of Loughborough Town Hall, making it visible from multiple angles in the marketplace.
The base of the sculpture displays a different color where visitors frequently touch it, marking years of interaction with the public.
Location: Loughborough
Inception: 1998
Creator: Shona Kinloch
GPS coordinates: 52.77107,-1.20677
Latest update: March 7, 2025 14:11
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