Forecourt Fountain, Holyrood Palace
This large, highly decorative, sandstone fountain is prominently situated at the centre of the Palace forecourt. Intricately carved 3-tier octagonal sculpture above with flying buttresses, pedestals, statues, heraldic emblems and shields including lions and unicorns make reference to both the Scottish Royal Family and 16th century aristocratic pursuits such as falconry and music. Carvings also include portrait heads, floral details and animals and decorative medallions. Surmounted by 4-figures supporting crown with Scottish Royal Crest as finial.
The statues were designed by Charles Doyle and carved by John Thomas, a well-known contemporary sculptor. it was erected as part of Queen Victoria's improvements to the Palace grounds.
Forecourt Fountain, Holyrood Palace
This large, highly decorative, sandstone fountain is prominently situated at the centre of the Palace forecourt. Intricately carved 3-tier octagonal sculpture above with flying buttresses, pedestals, statues, heraldic emblems and shields including lions and unicorns make reference to both the Scottish Royal Family and 16th century aristocratic pursuits such as falconry and music. Carvings also include portrait heads, floral details and animals and decorative medallions. Surmounted by 4-figures supporting crown with Scottish Royal Crest as finial.
The statues were designed by Charles Doyle and carved by John Thomas, a well-known contemporary sculptor. it was erected as part of Queen Victoria's improvements to the Palace grounds.