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Description: | Information taken from leaflet produced for unveiling ceremony: Symbolism of the statue: The Spear: The end of the spear has the look of a dragon's tongue and is also Celtic in design. It relates to the shape of the helmet. The Helmet: The helmet style is that of the early 15th century - historically correct for 1401, the year that Llywelyn was slain. The Torc and Brooch: Celtic signs which indicate status and rank The Shield: The shield reflects Llywelyn's loyalty to Owain Glyndwr, depicting the Four Lions of Gwynedd The Empty Cloak: This symbolises the way in which Llywelyn was killed; disembowelled and dismembered. It has the shape of a man beneath the material. Celtic cloaks were famous - heavily taxed and heavily praised - they were without sleeves or hoods The Sword & Scabbard: The sword and scabbard are in the early 15th century style and symbolise Llywelyn's fearless militancy in defence of his homeland. The Plinth: The sculpture stands on - or rather 'rises from' - a large piece of stone from the Llandovery area Additional Information: Llywelyn ap Gruffydd Fychan, a local landowner, was executed in front of the castle by King Henry IV. Ordered by the king to lead him to Owain Glyndwr, Llywelyn had led the king's army on a wild goose chase in the summer and early autumn of 1401. His fate was sealed when Henry discovered that Llywelyn's two sons had joined the rebel Welsh army. | Subjects: | Sculpture | Source: | Vads | Creator: | Sculptor: Petersen, Gideon Sculptor: Petersen, Toby | Identifier: | http://www.vads.ac.uk/large.php?uid=6730... | Go to resource |
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