Pedestal and Statue of David Davies is a Grade II* listed building in the Vale of Glamorgan local planning authority area, Wales. First listed on 30 July 1990. Monument.

Pedestal and Statue of David Davies

WRENN ID
sacred-rafter-sparrow
Grade
II*
Local Planning Authority
Vale of Glamorgan
Country
Wales
Date first listed
30 July 1990
Type
Monument
Source
Cadw listing

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Description

The Pedestal and Statue of David Davies is a significant monument designed by the renowned sculptor Alfred Gilbert in London. Gilbert was one of the most important sculptors of his time, known for works such as the Eros statue in Piccadilly Circus and the Duke of Clarence Tomb in Windsor. The bronze figure was cast by George Broad and Sons in London.

The statue depicts David Davies standing with his left foot forward, studying plans related to his dock and railway developments. It is set on a square granite pedestal that steps out to a high base and features a broad cornice. The pedestal includes inscribed panels that commemorate Davies as the "Chief Promoter of the Barry Dock and Railway Company." The statue itself stands approximately 2.7 meters high, while the pedestal is about 2.4 meters high.

A contemporary copy of this statue can be found in Llandinam, which is Davies' birthplace.

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