Statue of Robert Baden-Powell, Stone statue in South Kensington, England
The three-meter granite statue depicts Robert Baden-Powell wearing his Scout uniform with crossed arms and holding a walking stick at Queen's Gate.
Created by sculptor Don Potter and unveiled by Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester, in 1961 at the entrance of Baden-Powell House.
The statue represents the enduring influence of Baden-Powell, who founded the Scout Movement and published Scouting for Boys in 1908.
The monument stands near multiple transportation connections and provides a meeting point for Scout groups visiting South Kensington.
The sculpture, carved from Cornish granite, features Baden-Powell's Bronze Wolf medal and campaign hat tucked behind his right elbow.
Location: Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea
Inception: 1961
Creator: Don Potter
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 51.49558,-0.17930
Latest update: March 7, 2025 01:05
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