King Charles III has approved the relocation of a historic bronze sculpture to Windsor Castle, marking a notable cultural change at the royal residence following recent adjustments within the royal household. The decision comes shortly after the exit of his brother, Prince Andrew, from Royal Lodge.
The sculpture, depicting Hercules and Achelous, will now be installed in the East Terrace Garden fountain area. Authorities confirmed that the artwork previously spent decades in storage after being removed from display during earlier renovation work at the estate.
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Moreover, the bronze piece was originally created by sculptor Charles Crozatier and entered the royal collection in 1829 during the reign of King George IV. It remained an important part of Windsor’s artistic heritage before being temporarily moved to a London museum for preservation.
The artwork had been displayed in a West London museum for nearly 69 years before this decision to return it to its historic home. Officials said the statue will be placed in a location where it previously stood during the early years of King Charles’s childhood at the royal estate.
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Additionally, the sculpture was once intended for relocation to Hampton Court’s Privy Garden, but funding limitations prevented that move at the time. As a result, it was placed into storage, where it remained until recent restoration and relocation plans were approved.
Overall, the move reflects ongoing efforts to preserve and reposition historical royal artworks within their original cultural settings. It also highlights King Charles’s continued interest in restoring heritage elements across royal properties while maintaining their historical significance.