A massive sculpture has been unveiled in Beaulieu which reflects the heritage of the site.

The Mayor of Chelmsford, Councillor Duncan Lumley, unveiled the latest peice of public art in the city which was commissioned by Countryside Zest, designed by artist Matthew Lane Sanderson and part of a joint venture with L&Q.

An intricate piece of art, called the Crowned Stag, the ten-metre tall, zinc-coated steel sculpture depicts a deer underneath a tree and is so tall that it is visible from the Essex Regiments Way.

The reason for having a deer in the sculpture is because it is placed on the site of an former deer parked owned by Henry VIII as part of his Tudor Palace and estate parkland.

Mr Sanderson said: “It has been very exciting to work on a project of this scale and has truly pushed the fusion of structural engineering, material and art. I feel honoured to have been trusted with this opportunity and have enjoyed its creation enormously."

Mr Lumley added: 

“I believe this incredible new piece of public artwork will contribute towards forming a distinct sense of place, as well as paying tribute to the historic nature of the site.

“I am delighted to see the progress that is being made at Beaulieu; not just in the construction of new homes, shops, schools and community buildings, but also in the provision of such stunning landscaped open spaces that are essential in creating a place that inspires you.”

The sculpture was unveiled on Thursday, September 7.