Statue of Elizabeth II, Royal statue at York Minster, United Kingdom.
Description
The Statue of Elizabeth II is a stone figure on the minster facade in York, United Kingdom. It shows the queen in ceremonial dress with a diadem from the Georgian era.
History
The king unveiled the figure in November 2022 as a memorial to his mother's throne jubilee. Completion came shortly after her death in the same year.
Culture
The carved figure stands in a niche where it becomes part of the ongoing care of the building. Visitors can see the fine details of the robe and crown from close range.
Practical
The figure sits in a niche on the west facade and can be seen well from the street. The best view of its details comes in late morning under natural light.
Did you know?
The material of the figure comes from the same quarry as the recent restoration work on the building. This choice creates a visible link between old fabric and new additions.
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