Monet mural unveiled in Brent Cross Town park
A 41-square-metre artwork inspired by The Water-Lily Pond is now on display in Claremont Park.
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A 41-square-metre mural replicating Claude Monet’s The Water-Lily Pond has been unveiled in Claremont Park at Brent Cross Town. The artwork is part of the Murals reMastered initiative, a partnership between the National Gallery and Global Street Art, which aims to reimagine iconic paintings as large public murals across the United Kingdom.
Community involvement in artwork selection
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Students from Clarion School were responsible for choosing the final piece from a selection of National Gallery paintings. The mural, which was hand-painted, is intended to remain in place for many years. Chrissy Cullen, marketing and communications director at Related Argent, stated that the artwork aligns with the neighbourhood's cultural vision, where art is integrated into the public space to foster identity, enhance wellbeing, and encourage participation. Related Argent is delivering Brent Cross Town in partnership with Barnet Council.
Borough welcomes new public art
Councillor Anne Clarke, cabinet member for culture, leisure, arts and sports, expressed her delight at the mural's arrival in the borough. She noted that it offers residents the chance to engage with a globally recognised artwork, selected by local young people. Councillor Clarke added that the installation provides a significant visual enhancement to the area and a focal point for community discussion. The mural supports Brent Cross Town's objective of making art a regular feature of daily life.
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The 180-acre Brent Cross Town development is being delivered by Related Argent in partnership with Barnet Council. It is planned to eventually provide 6,700 homes, three million square feet of workspace, a new high street, schools, and 50 acres of parks and playing fields. The Monet mural is one of several public art commissions and installations planned for the neighbourhood as part of its ongoing cultural strategy.
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+What is the new mural in Claremont Park?
A 41-square-metre mural depicting Claude Monet's painting, The Water-Lily Pond, has been unveiled in Claremont Park. It is part of the Murals reMastered project, a collaboration between the National Gallery and Global Street Art.
+Who chose the artwork for the mural?
Students from Clarion School selected the painting from a shortlist of National Gallery artworks. This community involvement was a key part of the selection process for the mural.
+What is the purpose of the Murals reMastered project?
The Murals reMastered project aims to reimagine iconic paintings as large-scale public murals across the UK. It is a collaboration between the National Gallery and Global Street Art, bringing famous artworks to public spaces.
+What is Brent Cross Town?
Brent Cross Town is a 180-acre development being delivered by Related Argent in partnership with Barnet Council. It is planned to include thousands of homes, workspace, a new high street, schools, and significant green spaces.
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