Public Art Research Archive, Sheffield Hallam University
PUBLIC ART IN SHEFFIELD

artist not known
Marie Curie plaque, date not known
Hillsborough Park
material not known

Location:
Hillsborough Park. (A-Z p.86 2A)

Description:
A small plaque bench-shaped, with the outlines of a bench-end in relief, and resting on a sandstone boulder. It holds a lengthy handwritten inscription and a rose in relief

Inscription:
Marie Curie / Cancer Care / Devoted to Life / Centenary Field of Hope 2003 / Daffodils planted in memory of loved ones / and to commemorate the discovery of radium / Marie Curie / Supported by / SWFC, Owlerton Stadium / Wilkinsons, Morrisons / Sheffield City Council

Commission:
Marie Curie Cancer Care. Sponsored by Sheffield Wednesday Football Club, Owlerton Stadium, Wilkinsons, Morrisons and Sheffield City Council. These businesses have property near the site.
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