Angel Of The North: Antony Gormley’s Steel Giant Turns 20
The Angel of the North, a 200-tonne steel figure created by Sir Antony Gormley, celebrates its 20th anniversary today.
Taking two days to erect, the monolithic statue beside the A1 in Gateshead has become one of Britain’s most recognised pieces of public art.
But while the structure towering above the former colliery pithead baths faced strong opposition before spreading its wings in 1998, two decades on it is being celebrated.
My grandparents lived in the street right next to the Angel, almost literally in its shadow – even they grew to cherish it! You know you’re home when you see the Tyne Bridge on the train and the Angel in the car #angelofthenorth#NorthEastt.co/KjyRDSw4tu
— Lucy Gray (@Lucy_E_Gray) February 11, 2018
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Exhibitions, workshops and half-term activities are all being laid on to celebrate.
