Installation of outdoor sculpture delayed by Medieval graves discovery
(Artdaily.org)

The installation of a new, outdoor sculpture by Israeli artist Ariel Schlesinger at Compton Verney Art Gallery and Park, has been delayed due to the discovery of three medieval burials. The archaeological remains were unearthed as the foundations were being dug to support the sculpture, and progress had to be halted to allow for archaeologists to excavate the site. Ways To Say Goodbye – a 6-metre tall aluminium tree with shards of glass nested in its upper branches - was due to open to the public on 11 October, but this has now been pushed back until 22 October. Archaeology Warwickshire was on site when the discovery was made. They say “In accordance with the planning permission, Compton Verney asked Archaeology Warwickshire to carry out a watching brief while the works were taking place. Just at the