Obelisk on opposite side of road and approx 70m S of Woodham Mortimer Hall (EHER 39073)
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Summary
A stone obelisk dated to 1825. It is in memory of William Alexander Esq. of Woodham Mortimer Hall (EHER 7846) and was erected by the Coopers Company to whom he bequeathed the estate for the benefit of the poor.
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Location
| Grid reference | TL 8231 0517 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | WOODHAM MORTIMER, MALDON, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
November 1985. Grade II listed.
A stone obelisk dated to 1825. It is in memory of William Alexander Esq. of Woodham Mortimer Hall (EHER 7846) and was erected by the Coopers Company to whom he bequeathed the estate for the benefit of the poor. It has an inscribed square base with a base stone and top slab, surmounted by a tall square receding column with angle and centre moulded summit. There is a Shield of Arms to the centre of the column, ornate moulding, a round headed arch and a wreath to the base. The obelisk is enclosed by cast iron railings with nail head finials. <1>
See photos <2> and <3>.
Sources
- <1> SEX71357 Webpage: Historic England. 2011. National Heritage List for England (NHLE).
- <2> SEX56253 Photograph: Essex County Council. 1970-1993. ECC Historic Buildings Photo Print Archive. 2 frames, 1/1985.
- <3> SEX59908 Photograph: Pratt, N.. 2001. Record Photographs 1-15 May 2001. 120. Black and white negative. HBR/BW/01/10.