As mentioned in yesterday's post, Winchester Cathedral was built on a very high water table, although thanks to William Walker the Cathedral is no longer in danger of collapsing. However you can see evidence of this high water table most clearly in the Crypt which is often flooded. Within the Crypt of the Cathedral is the sculpture Sound II by Antony Gormley which was installed in 1986. Although not currently flooded you can see some damp patches already down there, on occasions the water comes up to the statue's knees.
***I am away this weekend in Salzburg (can't wait!) so have set up these scheduled posts whilst out of town. Sorry then if I don't respond to any comments until next week***
Such wonderful history you have in your area. You are so fortunate to live in such an inspired area.
ReplyDeleteSomeday, if I visit the UK, I must visit Winchester!
ReplyDeleteTFS! :)
saw the photo and thought cor blimey that's gormley and then i read the text - how many of these things has he sold? - i thought they were only on formby beach but they keep turning up all over the place.
ReplyDeleteI can't believe the water would get to his knees! Hope it isn't often.
ReplyDeleteI cannot get over all the stunning architecture you have in your area. I guess that comes from being in a historic region. Wish there were more things like that in the U.S.
ReplyDeleteI would definitely refer people for any Winchester history or art questions to your Blog.
ReplyDeleteHave a good time in Salzburg.
ReplyDeleteJust as well he is metal then, I would no want to spend much time water up to my knees. Never been to Salzburg, but from what I hear its a great place.
ReplyDeleteGerald - I think must have a job lot of these kind of statues!
ReplyDeleteI had a great time in Salzburg by the way - lovely city!