Statue

Sherlock Holmes statue

Inscription

{On the plinth - front:}
The great detective.
{On the plinth - left:}
This statue, commissioned by the Sherlock Holmes Society of London was sponsored by Abbey National plc to commemorate its 150th Anniversary in 1999.
{On the plinth - right:}
221b Baker Street the address of Sherlock Holmes is at the original headquarters of Abbey National plc.
Sculptor : John Doubleday

Site: Sherlock Holmes statue (1 memorial)

NW1, Baker Street Station

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Sherlock Holmes statue

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Sherlock Holmes

Originally named Sheridan Hope, then Sherringford Holmes and finally Sherlock...

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Sherlock Holmes statue

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Abbey National plc

Since 1927 Abbey head office had occupied the site where 221b Baker Street wo...

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John Doubleday

Sculptor and painter. Born Essex.

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