Yesterday I had to visit the Bristol Eye Hospital for an issue with one of my eyes. The hospital is situated in central Bristol close to where I used to work at Bristol Childen's Hospital. I have consequently frequently admired the sculpture murals on the external walls of the eye hospital. Today I stopped to take some photos. There are 5 panels in total that are called The Creation and were sculptured by Walter Ritchie in 1986.
I have chosen the panel depicting the creation of all the creatures. I couldn't quite fit it in without having stepped into the road. Perhaps not a wise move when your sight is slightly blurred by eye drops that have dilated my pupils. The edges are therefore missing.
I have then chosen three details which are really self explanatory.
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The detail is remarkable and a wonderful tactile choice for an institution dealing with so many people with impaired sight. One would however have to be pretty tall to feel and touch all of the panel!
What amazing wall; such details. In the first photo I like how all the animals fit together with their necks & tails. Cute little hedgehog. Brilliant artist.
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Mary-Lou is correct---this is really wonderful!
ReplyDeleteI have never seen these so will have to look out for them. Beautifully carved detail.
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