Bedford sports a new memorial
So, having returned from not one but two jaunts down in the big city, decided to meet up with a mate for a nice relaxing photo sesh in the town centre and thereabouts.
On the way to the rendezvous I happen to spot an interesting looking statue or something in that bit of pavement opposite the Swan Hotel and adjacent to St Paul’s Square.
Making a mental note that it might be worthy of a couple of pics or so, onward to the RV.
Some time later then back we trot to this piece of street art for a closer look.
A quite amazing sculpture, exerting a strangely engaging effect.
The accompanying plaque reads:
Kindly donated by Prof. Giuseppe Martignetti.
In memory of the Italian immigrants who came to Bedford.
For those that left their homes; our respect.
For those who took a risk to find something better; our thanks.
For those that are no longer with us; we will remember.
“Wonder what it’s made of” thinks I, bronze springing immediately to mind. But mate taps it and disagrees.
So we confer and after some discussion agree that it appears to be some sort of resin.
Nevertheless, a fascinating work of art and well worth a visit.
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