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Summary Description of a Listed Buildings
Reference Number
11644
Building Number
Grade
II
Status
Designated
Date of Designation
30/03/1987
Date of Amendment
30/03/1987
Name of Property
Plinth & Statue of JH Vivian
Address
Location
Unitary Authority
Swansea
Community
Waterfront / Y Glannau
Town
Locality
Easting
265945
Northing
192501
Street Side
Location
On quayside close to SE corner of main basin of S Dock and now forming the centrepiece to a modern courtyard opposite the Maritime Museum.
Description
Broad Class
Commemorative
Period
History
Dated 1857; originally located in centre of courtyard at the Old Guildhall. Relocated in present position 1985. Statue designed by I Evan Thomas, sculptor; cast by Robinson & Cottam, Statue Foundry, Pimlico.
Exterior
Stepped granite plinth and tall pedestal with moulded base and cornice. Full-height, bronze, standing figure in top-coat carrying papers in right hand, draped heraldic pedestal to rear.
Interior
Reason for designation
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