Column Of Venus Genetrix is a Grade I listed building in the Wiltshire local planning authority area, England. First listed on 8 June 1978. A Antique (Roman) Monument, column.

Column Of Venus Genetrix

WRENN ID
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Grade
I
Local Planning Authority
Wiltshire
Country
England
Date first listed
8 June 1978
Type
Monument, column
Period
Antique (Roman)
Source
Historic England listing

Description

  1. 5409 WILTON PARK Column of Venus Genetrix SU 13 SW 1/128

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  1. Antique (C3 AD). White Egyptian granite column from the Temple of Venus Genetrix in Rome bought for the Arundel collection by Evelyn circa 1650 (bought subsequently by 5th Earl). For long the centrepiece of the forecourt of Wilton House. Moved to present position by Wyatt in early C19. Corinthian capital and high white marble base fitted in C17. Topped by good late Renaissance bronze statue of Venus (also bought by Evelyn). Overall height 32 ft. Set in gravel square in vista from loggietta (qv).

Listing NGR: SU1030330862

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