Sculptor in Ordinary for Scotland facts for kids
The Sculptor in Ordinary for Scotland is a special artist who works for the royal family in Scotland. Think of it as a very important job within the King or Queen's team! This role involves creating sculptures for the royal household.
Queen Victoria first chose someone for this job around 1838. However, it wasn't officially part of the royal household list until the 1870s. The position became a permanent, ongoing role in 1921.
What Does Scotland's Royal Sculptor Do?
The Sculptor in Ordinary for Scotland is a unique position. It means the person holding this title is the official sculptor to the monarch (the King or Queen) in Scotland. They are part of the "royal household," which is the group of people who work for the royal family. Their main task is to create beautiful sculptures, often for royal buildings or special events.
This role shows how important art, especially sculpture, has been to the royal family for a long time. It helps to preserve history and celebrate important moments through art.
Meet the Sculptors Who Held This Role
Many talented artists have held the title of Sculptor in Ordinary for Scotland. Here is a list of the people who have served in this special role:
- c.1838–1891: Sir John Steell
- 1881–1890: Sir Joseph Edgar Boehm
- 1921–1938: Dr. James Pittendrigh Macgillivray
- 1938–1961: Sir William Reid Dick
- 1963–1984: Benno Schotz
- 1986–2005: Sir Eduardo Paolozzi
- 2008–present: Alexander Stoddart
