Hrh Augustus Frederick is a Grade II* listed building in the Kensington and Chelsea local planning authority area, England. First listed on 13 June 2001. A Victorian Monument.

Hrh Augustus Frederick

WRENN ID
sharp-pilaster-saffron
Grade
II*
Local Planning Authority
Kensington and Chelsea
Country
England
Date first listed
13 June 2001
Type
Monument
Period
Victorian
Source
Historic England listing

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Description

The HRH Augustus Frederick monument is a significant structure dedicated to H.R.H. Augustus Frederick, Duke of Sussex, who died in 1843. It features a large ledger slab made of grey Aberdeen granite, set on a base and surrounded by 14 cylindrical posts, also of grey Aberdeen granite, crafted by mason M.W. Johnson. The upper slab is coped and bears an inscription in sunken capital letters. The posts, which are topped with circular caps, once had bronze chains linking them. Augustus Frederick, the sixth son of King George III, was known for his Liberal views. He was the first royal family member to choose burial in a public location rather than the royal vault at Windsor, following his marriage to a commoner. The monument is notable for its imposing and austere design and is prominently located. For further reference, see the Illustrated London News from 8th November 1856.

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