Statue

Robert Peel statue

Erection date: 1877

Inscription

{On the front, and repeated on the back, of the plinth:}
Peel, 1788 - 1850

{On the left base of the statue:}
M. Noble, Sc. London 1878

{On the right base of the statue:}
Cox & Sons, Art Founders

The Victorian Web's entry on this statue focuses on the tightness of Peel's trousers.

Site: Robert Peel statue (1 memorial)

SW1, Parliament Square

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Robert Peel statue

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Sir Robert Peel, PM

MP and Prime Minister in the 1830s and 40s. Reorganised the London police for...

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Robert Peel statue

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Cox & Sons

Art founders.

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Matthew Noble

Sculptor. Born Yorkshire. If the National Portrait Gallery collection is anyt...

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