The Herons and Fishes - Shire Hall, Warwick, UK
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This sculpture, named "The Herons and Fishes" was commissioned for the millennium and is located in a man-made pond outside the Shire Hall close to the market square.
Waymark Code: WMR3CY
Location: West Midlands, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 05/07/2016
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Outspoken1
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The stainless steel plaque, at the edge of the pond, is inscribed:

The Herons and Fishes

Millennium Pond Sculpture was installed by Warwick District Council
in co-operation with Warwickshire County Council in 2000

Commissioned by Artmatters, the work was produced by
Rachel Higgs, a local sculptress
reflects the rich wildlife of Warwickshire

The PMSA website tells us about the 2 metres tall sculpture:

This mechanical metal sculpture features a moving two-metre high heron as well as two static herons and a shoal of fish. It stands in an ornamental pool to the side of the main entrance of the Shire Hall and designed by the former County Architect, Eric Davies.

The herons are easy to see but the fish are more difficult to spot with their backs just breaking through the surface.

Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: The Herons and Fishes

Figure Type: Animal

Artist Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Rachel Higgins

Date created or placed or use 'Unknown' if not known: 2000

Materials used: Metal

Location: open street

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