Neville Northey Burnard

1818–1878 (age 60)

Biography

Neville Northey Burnard brought Cornwall's storied stone and proud people to life through sculpture, creating striking portrait busts and public monuments that preserved the visages of civic leaders and celebrated national luminaries.

He inspired younger artists by demonstrating how local materials and skill could meet the highest artistic standards, leaving Cornwall with a rich sculptural heritage.

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