3-028-242 - The Print Collector/Heritage Images

Statue of the late Prince Consort, at Belfast, 1870. 'The monument erected by public subscription to commemorate the virtues of the late Prince Consort is a noble clock-tower, at the end of High-street, with a fine colossal statue of the Prince in a niche of the front...The statue, [is] of the finest Portland stone, 9 ft. 4 in high...the sculptor, Mr. S. F. Lynn, has enhanced his reputation by the success of his work. Our Illustration...presents the lamented Prince in the costume of the Knight of the Garter, standing in a graceful and easy attitude of expectation, with the left foot advanced, and with the left hand holding a scroll but slightly resting on the left thigh, while the right hand is placed against the waist. The air of his figure is noble and commanding, and is well set off by the massive flowing robes; the expression of his face is benevolent and thoughtful. It is a faithful likeness, and portrays his character, as well as his features. The whole execution of this monument, both statue and tower, is satisfactory to the citizens of Belfast, and creditable to those engaged in it; amongst whom the late Mayor, Mr. John Lytle, as chairman of the committee, and contributor of £1000 to the fund, deserves to be particularly named'. From "Illustrated London News", 1870.