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Title
Beacon of Hope (Nuela with the Hula / The Thing with the Ring)
Date
2007
Medium
stainless steel & cast bronze
Measurements
H 1950 x W (?) x D (?) cm
Accession number
BT1_MO_S017
Acquisition method
commissioned by the Laganside Corporation
Work type
Statue
Owner
Laganside Corporation
Custodian
Laganside Corporation
Work status
extant
Access
at all times
Inscription description
plaque on the River Lagan railing: Thanksgiving Square Belfast / This female figure represents various allegorical themes associated with / hope and aspiration, peace and reconciliation is derived from / from classical and Celtic mythology. Her position on the globe signifies / a unified approach to life on this earth. It encompasses oneness, while / celebrating diversity of culture that exists in our global village. The aim of the sculpture is to bring people together had to change hearts / and minds; to make bridges across the divide of our community. To work / towards a peaceful, happy existence for everyone on this planet by / respect for each other, their cultural heritages and all our aspirations. / This symbol creates a tangible first statement of our long-term objective / in bringing people together to foster a happy and fulfilling life for all and / a sense of gratefulness for all that life has given us
