An upward-angled, detailed view captures a weathered stone statue against a uniformly overcast, light grey sky

An upward-angled, detailed view captures a weathered stone statue against a uniformly overcast, light grey sky. The statue, depicting a youthful, classical-style figure, possibly a cherub or putto, features short, curly hair and an alert facial expression. Its left arm rests upon a large, ornate shield displaying an escutcheon with a coat of arms, including what appears to be a castle or building flanked by symbols. Extensive green moss and lichen growth cover significant portions of the statue, particularly on the hair, shoulders, and the upper edges of the shield and figure's body. A small, light grey and white bird, consistent with a gull species, is perched centrally on the statue's head, facing slightly left. The statue is situated atop a multi-tiered, carved stone plinth, part of a larger architectural structure visible at the bottom of the frame. Bird deterrent spikes are visible along the uppermost visible edge of the plinth. This scene is located in Colchester, United Kingdom.