Alexandrian Menagerie
The Alexandrian Menagerie, Comissioned by King Alexander in 351 BE as an extension to the Palace Gardens.
Unlike what is commonly understood as a menagerie, the Alexandrian Menagerie is located outside and contains statues representing a vast amount of creatures believed to exist in incredible detail.
The original hues in which the statues were painted have paled sgnificantly over the many years they have stood, with only recent renovations rejuvenating its splendour of colour.
Unlike what is commonly understood as a menagerie, the Alexandrian Menagerie is located outside and contains statues representing a vast amount of creatures believed to exist in incredible detail.
The original hues in which the statues were painted have paled sgnificantly over the many years they have stood, with only recent renovations rejuvenating its splendour of colour.
Purpose / Function
Although King Alexander's reason for the construction of the Menagerie is not known to historians, it is speculated he was inspired by the tellings of Marrer Bradoc, who had been discovering and documenting the flora and fauna across and around the island.
It is generally understood that the Menagerie was a private collection and was likely used as a display of wealth and apparent intellect, although some believe the King would foresee the extinction of many species on the islands in the times to come.
In the time of King Edward the purpose of the Menagerie became twofold: The documentation of nationwide species as well as the entertainment and education of the public in these matters.
As a rather regrettable and unintended secondary purpose the Menagerie also documents the extinction of species, since the curators will only base the colours used on the statues on real specimens.
The colours on extinct species will therefore not be maintained, and are gradually discoloured or fade away to grey entirely.
It is generally understood that the Menagerie was a private collection and was likely used as a display of wealth and apparent intellect, although some believe the King would foresee the extinction of many species on the islands in the times to come.
In the time of King Edward the purpose of the Menagerie became twofold: The documentation of nationwide species as well as the entertainment and education of the public in these matters.
As a rather regrettable and unintended secondary purpose the Menagerie also documents the extinction of species, since the curators will only base the colours used on the statues on real specimens.
The colours on extinct species will therefore not be maintained, and are gradually discoloured or fade away to grey entirely.
Alterations
Since the founding of the Tightish Empire the number of species within the Realm has grown unimaginably, leading to extreme expansions to the original Menagerie, including underground and off-site Alexandrian Menageries such as the one found on Needle Lane specialising in Sheikan water fowl.
The statues themselves are never replaced, honouring the artist who originally sculpted it.
The statues themselves are never replaced, honouring the artist who originally sculpted it.
Tourism
The Alexandrian Menagerie is a very popular destination indeed for children, who are often guided by a local Bard as part of an excursion of lession, but also outside of bardly duties.
On select days the Menagerie will be closed to the general public, with embraces from around the island bringing their patients to see the wild and diverse animals in utter safety, the weather permitting.
On select days the Menagerie will be closed to the general public, with embraces from around the island bringing their patients to see the wild and diverse animals in utter safety, the weather permitting.
Founding Date
351 BE
Type
Room, Animal, Menagerie
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