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MERSEYSIDE’S iconic Dream sculpture, which has captured the imagination of visitors near and wide, has won a top award.
The landmark artwork, by world- renowned artist Jaume Plensa, won the prestigious national Marsh Award for Excellence in Public Sculpture 2009.
Installed on the former Sutton Manor colliery, in St Helens, the prize is the crowning glory on the £1.9m piece of public art.
The Marsh Award, which is now in its fifth year, is presented annually to the UK’s best newly-commissioned or restored public sculpture, and is run in partnership with the Public Monuments & Sculpture Association.
Dream was selected from an original list of 27 public artworks nominated for this year’s prize.
Boris Johnson, Mayor of London, last night presented the award at the Whitechapel Art Gallery, in London.
Jaume created Dream, the 20m-high elongated face of a young girl to recognise the rich heritage of the mining community and signal the regeneration of the borough.
The exciting project helped realise the dreams and passion of the miners who helped Jaume shape his vision.
