A 10ft (3m) War Horse sculpture, which was previously displayed on roundabouts, has found a new home after it was sold at auction.

The work, created by Norfolk artist Damian O’Connor, proved controversial in 2017 when the county council called it an “obstruction” for being displayed in areas around Norwich, including beside the Northern Distributor Road.

Made from steel, wood and reeds, the sculpture is said to commemorate millions of horses lost in wars.

At a fine art, jewellery and interiors auction held at Mander Auctioneers in Sudbury, Suffolk, the sculpture was sold for £580.