Space for a statue (5)

I believe the answer is:

niche

(Other definitions for niche that I've seen before include "Nook or recess" , "Comfortable position" , "A small recess or easy job" , "Shallow recess in a wall" , "Recess; comfy corner" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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