A sculpture to honour the late Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has been unveiled.

Commissioned by TVBC to commemorate the Platinum Jubilee in 2022, it is one of two sculptures created by renowned artist, Amy Goodman. The second piece will be installed in Romsey next year.

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The Lord-Lieutenant of Hampshire, Nigel Atkinson, unveiled the statue on Friday, September 27, alongside Amy Goodman, accompanied by Test Valley Brass.

The piece celebrates the Queen’s links to the Armed Forces, her visit to Andover in 1993, and global milestones in science and human endeavour.

Amy Goodman said: “It has been such an honour and privilege to sculpt our late Queen. I wanted to capture her warmth and humility; she did have such a radiant smile.

"I’ve also loved engaging with the local community and seeing their ideas come to life which have inspired the designs I have inscribed on her robe."

Leader of Test Valley Borough Council, Councillor Phil North, added: “This was an incredibly special occasion, and it was an honour that the Lord-Lieutenant, as the personal representative of His Majesty the King in Hampshire, officially unveiled the new sculpture.

"The occasion of Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee was a unique moment in British history and as well as facilitating street parties and beacon lightings, we felt that it was incumbent on us to provide something long lasting to mark that moment, not just for us but for generations to come.

“The artwork stands as a tribute to Her Majesty’s exceptional reign and legacy, as well as the Andover community that helped to shape the final piece.”

See the picture gallery from the unveiling.