Alan Irvine and the Lion of San Marco
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| RIBApix ref no |
RIBA45970 |
| Architect/Designer | Irvine, Alan (1926-)
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| Image Date | 1990 |
| View | Portrait |
| Medium | Digital image |
| Library Reference | supplied by Alan Irvine |
| Orientation | Portrait |
| Colour / B&W |
Black and white |
| Credit |
RIBA Collections
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| Notes |
NOTES:
The lion normally stands on the top of the column overlooking the Piazzetta of San Marco in Venice. When it was taken down for cleaning and restoration, the decision was taken to present an exhibition at the British Museum which was designed by Irvine.
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Subject tags
architects, monuments, Animals