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Griffiths Rhys Jones (1834–1897), 'Caradog'

William Goscombe John (1860–1952)

Cynon Valley Museum

Griffiths Rhys Jones (1834–1897), 'Caradog'
Griffiths Rhys Jones (1834–1897), 'Caradog'
Griffiths Rhys Jones (1834–1897), 'Caradog'
Griffiths Rhys Jones (1834–1897), 'Caradog'
Griffiths Rhys Jones (1834–1897), 'Caradog'
Griffiths Rhys Jones (1834–1897), 'Caradog'
Griffiths Rhys Jones (1834–1897), 'Caradog'
Griffiths Rhys Jones (1834–1897), 'Caradog'
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Griffiths Rhys Jones, better known as 'Caradog', was one of the most famous choir conductors of the nineteenth century. This is a maquette of his statue in Victoria Square, Aberdare. It was raised by public subscription to commemorate his Côr Mawr victories at the Crystal Palace, London in 1872 and 1873.

Cynon Valley Museum

Aberdare

Title

Griffiths Rhys Jones (1834–1897), 'Caradog'

Date

1920

Medium

plaster

Measurements

H 80 x W 40 x D 28.5 cm

Accession number

ACVMS:CCM.4413.996(T)

Work type

Statue

Signature/marks description

top of base at back: W. Goscombe John

Inscription description

front of base: CARA[DOG]

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Depot Road, Y Gadlys, Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taf CF44 8DL Wales

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William Goscombe John

1860–1952

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