The Yorkshire Sculpture Park is about an hour north of where we live. It is basically a large country garden, surrounding an original 18th century house which is currently under development. The house appears to have been many things since it was first built as a grand private home.
The park is an open air space for a wonderful mix of contemporary sculpture. The church on the estate, which was erected by the Wentworth family for private use is also now used as a gallery. It is a fantastic backdrop for the work of Jaume Plensa. Unusually for me I was VERY taken with his work. The marble sculptures are exquisite. Sadly way out of my price bracket. But a cat may look at a king eh?
In other delights, I received an unexpected small parcel today, full of magical things sent with love. A reminder to be thankful for what I have and to see the importance and beauty of small treasures.
I've heard the Yorkshire Sculpture Park mentioned whenever I post about Middelheim, the sculpture park here in Antwerp, which we love to visit. Seems the concept is similar!
ReplyDeleteAnd it's always lovely to receive unexpected parcels, isn't it? xxx
A complete surprise from a very dear friend, who despite experiencing some heartache at the moment, always thinks of others.
DeleteOh those sculptures are glorious! And, yes...there always seem to be a bit of magic in an unexpected parcel, no? Wonderful crystals... use them well. ~Robin~ (TheCrankyCrow)
ReplyDeleteI will, thank you Robin.
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