Queen Charlotte Sculpture at Queen Park, London

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The statue of Queen Charlotte, previously mistaken as that of Queen Anne, was erected in 1775 and stands tall with a unique history. Once common for statues, lead was widely used but eventually fell out of favor by Victorian times, except for ornamental garden statues which became a fleeting fashion in the later 18th Century. Periodically revived, this enduring material offers an attractive white cast as light falls upon it, displaying hues of blueish, blackish or beige depending on the angle. Soft and heavy, lead lends itself to fine detail but tends to sag under its own weight, requiring both internal and external support. A short pillar supports the drapery on Queen Charlotte's arm, while the lower figure remains solid. This object is part of "Scan The World", a non-profit initiative by MyMiniFactory that aims to create a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks and landmarks from across the globe for public access. Scan The World is an open source community effort, and if you have interesting items around you and want to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can help.