A giant snowdrop has appeared at Painswick Rococo Garden in the Cotswolds over the winter.

This 18th century garden is known nationally for its spectacular display of snowdrops that carpet the grounds. However this year a 7ft high mosaic sculpture is set to dominate the display.

Created by artist, Victoria Harrison, the sculpture is made from thousands of small pieces of glass which sparkle in the winter sun.

Victoria specialises in environmental sculpture and is based in Malvern, Worcestershire. She is also displaying two other pieces inspired by inspirational poems, ‘Fall, leaves fall’ by Emily Bronte and ‘Why do birds sing?’ by Robert Service.

Paul Moir, CEO at Painswick Rococo Garden, first encountered Victoria’s work at the RHS Malvern Spring Show.

“I saw the giant snowdrop as I was walking around the show, fell in love with it and just knew we had to display it during our snowdrop season. Fortunately Victoria was just as keen,” said Paul.

Victoria’s work will remain on show until the end of March.

However Painswick is not just a spring garden. It dates from the early 18th century period of Rococo design, when gardens were almost theatrical sets where gentlefolk took their house guests into for what at times could become wild and romantic parties.

The garden is open daily until the end of October. 

For further information please visit websites www.rococogarden.org.uk  and  www.living-mosaics.com