If you visit the wonderful Archbishop's Park, Lambeth, which covers an area of 3.93 hectares (9.7 acres), you will discover lots of interesting sculptures and public works of art, wildlife ponds, bee hives and much more.
However, for me, the hand-carved Bower (place of repose) is an amazing piece of craftsmanship that is a wonderful place to sit and relax.
Unveiled in 2013, this beautiful work of art was designed and hand-crafted by local craftsman, Arthur de Mowbray, who has also designed pieces for MillenniuM Green, in Waterloo, and other places.
The project was commissioned by the Friends of Archbishop's Park and was funded by a grant from Biffa Awards.
The seat and supports were carved from a single oak trunk that came from Hammerwood Park, East Sussex. Hammerwood Park is a stately home that was owned, in the 1970s, by the rock band Led Zeppelin.
The roof is made from red cedar, which came from Cowdrey Park Estate, Sussex. Arthur de Mowbray chose this wood, over native chestnut, as it is more pliable, lightweight and durable.
Red cedar originates from the North American continent and was widely used by Native Americans for the building of canoes and totem poles. Arthur de Mowbray drew inspiration from Native American canoes for the design of the roof.
The floor features a mosaic created by Southbank Mosaics.
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