Victoria Memorial, London
memorial to Queen Victoria in London, England, UK
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The Victoria Memorial is a sculpture in London, placed at the centre of Queen's Gardens in front of Buckingham Palace. It was built by the sculptor Sir Thomas Brock, in 1911. The surround was constructed by the architect Sir Aston Webb.
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The central pylon
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the enthroned statue of Queen Victoria
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The allegorical group depicting Agriculture
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The memorial in context, with Buckingham Palace behind
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At dusk
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Detail, at dusk
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At night
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Wide angle
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Sculptural groups
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Australia Gate
Winged Victory, Constancy and Courage
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The gilded Winged Victory at the top of the memorial
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Sketch model
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Unveiling ceremony
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The moment of unveiling
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The statue of Queen Victoria after unveiling