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Water returns to ‘Beside the Still Waters’ artwork
A sculpture constructed of Kilkenny limestone and water has got its second constituent feature back again after running dry for several years.
Beside the Still Waters by Peter Randall-Page was commissioned in 1992.
Located in Castle Park, it has a shallow channel of water aligned with the east-west line of the nave of the bombed-out St Peter’s Church.
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Two carvings feature organic forms: the one nearest the church from which water now flows again is described by Art UK as “a cinque foil form, cut horizontally”; while the taller one “has the appearance of a closed pine cone”.
The commissioning of the sculpture was a joint initiative between Bristol City Council and the Arnolfini as part of improvements to Castle Park, with contributions from both Norwich Union and the public.
Bristol’s skyline has changed since the sculpture was installed in 1992 – photo: Martin Booth
Besides the Still Waters in Castle Park perfectly aligns with the bombed-out shell of St Peter’s Church – photo: Martin Booth
Learn more about Castle Park and the Old City in a walking tour with Martin Booth. For more information and to book, visit www.yuup.co/experiences/explore-bristol-s-quirkiest-corners
Main photo: Martin Booth
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