The Column of Venus Genetrix in the grounds to the south-east of Wilton House

Date:
1890 - 1910
Location:
Wilton House, Column Of Venus Genetrix, Wilton, Wiltshire
Reference:
CC52/00595
Type:
Photograph (Negative)
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Description

This Egyptian granite column was originally from the Temple of Venus Genetrix in Rome. The capital and base were fitted in the 17th century, and the column is topped by a Renaissance bronze statue of Venus.

Content

This is part of the Collection: WJD01 William James Day Collection

Rights

Source: Historic England Archive

People & Organisations

Photographer: Day, William James

Keywords

Roman Column, Post Medieval Statue