Animal Wall
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A great surprise. the statues are quite unique, and very well built. enjoyed some more than others however, this is a good warm-up on your way towards the castle.
Just a little bit creepy? maybe the third marquess of bute was attempting his usual mix of the playful and encyclopaedist/academic. or was it all that opium…
Amazing sculptures, worth a good look. there is a board just before the castle explaining more about them
Fifteen playful sculptures of wild beasts appear to be climbing from the interior of bute park in cardiff out into the street. the animals sculpted by english sculptor thomas nicholls were originally painted in bright colors, but have recently been restored to grey simplicity, some with repaired snouts. the entire wall was moved in 1922 to accommodate road widening near cardiff castle, and six more animals by scottish sculptor alexander carrick were added in 1931, including the popular and recently repaired anteater.
The animal wall is a unique piece of art. a perfect example of how simple sculptures can decorate a boring stone wall and attract attention.