Today on the show, Lucy Branch, speaks to Juliet Rix an award-winning writer, editor, and broadcaster about the female figures commemorated in London's public sculpture.

Key Discussion Points:

• The timing of the book: Why statues of women have only really proliferated in the 21st century
• Statistics: Fewer than 1 in 6 of London's commemorative statues were for women as of 2021, but more women than men were commemorated in 2022-23
• Fascinating women featured:
• Allegorical figures: Britannia, Justice, and their historical significance
• Hidden stories: The National Gallery's facade statues (castoffs from Marble Arch), the female Ariel atop the Bank of England
• Controversial works: Discussion of Alison Lapper Pregnant and the Mary Wollstonecraft statue
• The nude in public sculpture: From the erotic Atalanta to the natural "Deliverance"
• Funding challenges: Why public sculpture remains difficult to fund despite public interest

Juliette's Upcoming Events:

• Talk at the National Gallery: 21st October
• More events listed at www.julietterix.com

Connect with Juliette:

• Website: www.julietterix.com
• Instagram: @julietterix
• LinkedIn

Also in this episode: Martin Jennings interview (Season 1)⁠ - Martin has recently won the major commission for the Queen Elizabeth II sculpture in St. James's ParkHost's Details : Lucy Branch MA ACR Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Instagram/Threads: @lucybranchsculpturevulture