H. M.The Queen-Empress Victoria (1819-1901) This Statue stood some time at the corner of the Red Road nearest to the Government House, Calcutta where it was unveiled by Lord Curzon in 1902, subsequently it was removed to the present site selected by George V. The Queen is shown seated, wearing her crown and the robes of the Star of India, the sceptre borne on the right hand and the Orb of State in the left, surmounted by the figure of St. George. On the back of the throne are represented the lion on England and the tiger of India, with a sun above them.

Figures representing Art, Literature and Justice surmount the back of the chair. The pedestal is of Irish green marble, bearing in front the figures of two Indian soldiers, supporting a shield with the royal arms encircled by the palm of peace. A decorative design is carried round the pedestal, and the side view of the robes flowing in graceful folds offers a pleasing contrast to the severe architectural proportions of the chair.