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
The Column of Venus Genetrix is an antique structure dating from the 3rd century AD. It is made of white Egyptian granite and originally came from the Temple of Venus Genetrix in Rome. The column was acquired for the Arundel collection by Evelyn around 1650 and was later purchased by the 5th Earl. For many years, it served as the centerpiece of the forecourt of Wilton House. In the early 19th century, it was relocated to its current position by Wyatt. The column features a Corinthian capital and a high white marble base that were added in the 17th century. At the top, it is crowned with a fine late Renaissance bronze statue of Venus, which was also acquired by Evelyn. The overall height of the column is 32 feet and it is set in a gravel square that is visible from the loggietta.
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