Andy Scott Leopard sculpture Aberdeen

‘Poised’ Leopard Sculpture Aberdeen

From the creator of the Kelpies sculpture in Falkirk, Andy Scott has provided the centrepiece to Aberdeen’s Marsichal Square with the named ‘Poised’.

Andy Scott Leopard Aberdeen

The leopard sculpture is constructed from steel and weighs more than two tonnes.  It also stands 15 metres high.

Andy Scott Leopard sculpture Aberdeen

Did you know that the leopard is a heraldic symbol connected to the Aberdeen coat of arms?

Legend has it that two leopards were gifted to to the city by King James I.

See if you can spot the leopards on Union Bridge.

Aberdeen leopard

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Where

Marischal Square, Aberdeen, AB11 5DW

 


 

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