The Griffin of Edward III - Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew (London, UK)
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Depicted stone statue of the Griffin of Edward III, one of ten heraldic beasts known as the "Queen's Beasts", you can find on the Palm House Terrace in Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew.
Waymark Code: WMM7W9
Location: London, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 08/06/2014
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Outspoken1
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Depicted stone statue of the Griffin of Edward III, one of ten heraldic beasts known as the "Queen's Beasts", you can find on the Palm House Terrace in Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew.

The griffin is an ancient mythical beast. It was considered a beneficient creature, signifying courage and strength, combined with guardianship, vigilance, swiftness and keen vision. It was closely associated with Edward III who engraved it on his private seal. The shield shows the Round Tower of Windsor Castle with the Royal Standard flying from the turret (the badge of the present House of Windsor), enclosed by two branches of oak surmounted by the royal crown.

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Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: The Griffin of Edward III

Figure Type: Fantasy creature

Artist Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: James Woodford

Date created or placed or use 'Unknown' if not known: 1958

Materials used: Portland Stone

Location: The Palm House Terrace in Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew
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