Five bronze figures which depict eight foot tall men have gone on display at Blenheim Palace.

British sculptor Laurence Edwards' creation, Walking Men, will be at the site in Woodstock until June 10.

Mr Edwards' figures have branches, leaves, and clods of clay woven through them.

They were designed to blur the line between human figure and earth.

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The materials from which the sculptures have been cast have been pushed, pulled and gouged into shape "with a visceral energy that makes the artist’s act of creation palpable".

Mr Edwards said: "These five eight foot, ancient bronze figures pass through an iconic English view on their search for a place, where have they come from, where are they going, what are they thinking?"

Blenheim Palace's managing director, Heather Carter, said: "We are delighted to welcome Laurence Edwards' five Walking Men to Blenheim Palace.

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"These remarkable pieces set against the backdrop of the palace allow our visitors to experience art at its most incredible within an awe-inspiring setting.

"This installation is with us until June 10, and we encourage people to visit us quickly to enjoy and appreciate it."

Mr Edwards will also have other works displayed at Messums London, from May 29 - June 29, and at Winchester Cathedral from September 6 - November 3.