A statue of a horse bearing a small part of Salford history has become available to buy with proceeds going to the Ceremonial Mayor’s charities.
The models are a replica of the original statue which was made by artist Emma Rogers and is located on Bexley Square in Salford. Made from bronze, the horse measures 38cm high, 35cm long and 10cm wide whereas the lamppost is 17cm wide and 73cm high from the base.
Nine models of the horse and the lamp are being sold for £11,995 each. From the sales, 25% are going to Salford Loaves and Fishes, Animals in Distress, and the Salford Children’s Holiday Camp.
An exhibition on 16th December taking place at De Lacey Fine Art on King Street will include the nine models that also have works inspired by the city.
The Ceremonial Mayor of Salford is hoping that Salford Businesses purchase one of the models available.
Salford’s rich history is reflected by the bronze horse located in Bexley Square. Unveiled last year, the statue features excerpts from famous Salfordian interviews, war memorials, the River Irwell and the city’s timeline.
Figures such as Peter Hook and L.S. Lowry are featured on the piece of work. There are also elements to represent places such as the Salford Borough Library or Caxton Hall.
Stephen Coen, the Executive Support Member for Culture, Leisure and Sports said: “It’s a horse that’s had a hard life and on its outer skin it has stories of Salford significant firsts that happened in the city.
“This statue is a nod in bronze to the past to celebrate where we came from and the future of Salford.
“We don’t really recognise or celebrate our past enough.”
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