NHER 11388 (Monument record) - Possible 17th century garden statue
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Summary
It is recorded that a 2.4m high statue of a bearded man in Greek armour, with a dog between his feet, is situated at this site. It is said to have been dredged from the River Waveney, and may be a 17th century garden ornament.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TG21SW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | SPROWSTON, BROADLAND, NORFOLK |
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Full Description
(Lime?)stone statue now at No 10 Cannerby Lane.
8ft (2.4m) high, of bearded man in Greek armour, with dog between feet.
Said to have been dredged from River Waveney by A. Suckling (Suffolk Historian) and set up at Barsham (Suffolk) Rectory.
See letter of 1852 from his niece calling it Achilles. [1]
M. Rajnai (NCM) says 17th century garden ornament.
(S1) NCM.
Compiled by E. Rose (NAU).
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Record last edited
Nov 25 2008 11:10AM