The Mermaid
Summary
Type Sculpture
Reclining mermaid on stone base with face to one side, her long hair forms part of one end of work. The work was unveiled by the Prince of Wales in May 1989 to celebrate the occasion of the formal opening of Swansea Maritime Quarter. Opening of Swansea Maritime Quarter in May 1989.
Contributor details
| Contributor | Role |
|---|---|
| Young, Gordon | Sculptor |
Element details
| Part of work | Material | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Whole work | Woodkirk Stone | 150cm high x 240cmwide |
PMSA recording information
| Reference | Region |
|---|---|
| SWANSEA015 | AH |
| General condition | Good |
|---|---|
| Surface condition |
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| Structural condition |
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| Vandalism |
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| Road | Marine Walk |
|---|---|
| Precise location | East end of promenade on paved area outside houses, overlooking beach and sea |
| A-Z ref | None |
| OS ref | SS665925 |
| Date of design | 1987-89 |
|---|---|
| Year of unveiling | 1989 |
| Unveiling details | 25th May 1989 |
| Commissioned by | None |
| Duty of care | City and Council of Swansea |
| Listing status | Not listed |
|---|---|
| At risk? | No known risk |