A contemporary response to 18^th Century Anglo Indian architecture has been created by GCSE Art students. 

Working with Arts Asia as a part of a project funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, the group of 20 students worked together to make a sculpture that has been installed in the garden at Burnham Library.

The students explored the designs and hidden histories of Anglo-Indian Architecture across the South East of England, with the Maharajah’s Well in Stoke Row, used as their main focal point.

The installation was unveiled by the students at Burnham Library on Tuesday 9 October.

 

Neena Sohal, project manager for Arts Asia, said: “We are delighted with the contemporary response to the Maharajah’s Well in Stoke Row, produced by art students at Burnham Grammar School. Students took part in site visits and workshops led by Arts Asia and artist Bhajan Hunjan, as part of a Heritage Lottery funded project, exploring the designs and hidden stories of Anglo - Indian architecture in South East England.

“Thanks to public support, this permanent installation will enhance the courtyard at Burnham Library and serve as a lasting legacy for the project.”

The piece includes parts of the student’s initial sketches of the Well when they visited as part of their research for the project. The piece has been entitled Reflections.

Mrs Garner, Head of Design and Technology and Art at Burnham Grammar said: “I am very proud of the work the students put in and kept it up over the year. Working to get something created in industry is an achievement in itself. It is great to see it up and on display for everyone to enjoy.”