Virginia King awarded the commission for the Katherine Mansfield Sculpture for Wellington

New Zealand's greatest writer, Katherine Mansfield, is to have her position in world literature further recognised with a sculpture in her home city of Wellington.  The Mayor of Wellington, Kerry Prendergast, says the sculpture will both recognise one of the city's most celebrated citizens and reinforce the cultural depth and history of the Capital. 

"She influenced a fundamental shift in the way stories are told and is recognised as one of the world's leading modernist writers. This tribute from the City will ensure that her recognition not only continues, but grows."

The project is a three-way venture between Wellington City Council, the Katherine Mansfield Society and Wellington Sculpture Trust.