Description

Archibald Ritchie, sculptor, 1853, signed and dated. Grey ashlar monument comprised of base, pedestal and obelisk, sited to N of Bankton House. Rock-worked base course to base; sleepy lion couchant to each of 4 angle buttresses (2 alternating poses). Corniced, channelled pedestal with moulded and inscribed panels to each face.

Statement of Interest

The monument was erected by public subscription. The panels each bear an inscription, including 2 poetical verses. For further information, see Bankton House, lsited separatley above.

External Links

• Historic Environment Scotland Listing
• Wikidata Q17792652

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