The Bull Leaper
Sold as a pair, one off limited edition
I have always been fascinated by ancient cultures, especially the amazing treasures from ancient Egypt. These pieces are my tribute to the Gayer-Anderson cat, thought to be from 600BCE.
The skill of the artisans who produced these items is awe inspiring. Polishing bronze until it shines like the sun in the Egyptian heat must have been a true act of devotion.
Bastet, adored and venerated by the Egyptians. The original GayerAnderson cat is now in the British Museum, on display for a new age of adoration as a wonderful survivor of time.
Over the thousands of years in the tomb, the little oxygen there was and the oils on the surface of the bronze, have created a rich patina. The artisans and devotees who handled this magnificent object left their trace over time.
Lost wax cast bronze with hand chased detail.
Polished bronze sculpture of Bastet
Backbone, Edition of 18
New sculpture available for sale
I make my work to understand things, get to the meat and bones, in this case literally. Six years ago I suffered from Caudal Equina Syndrome. This rare spinal disorder can leave sufferers unable to walk and with many other challenges. With thanks to excellent surgery and physiotherapy I recovered well but it would have seemed impossible to create this sculpture mentally or physically at that time.
Creating this work has been a massive physical challenge and a steep learning curve. I worked from anatomical models, medical drawings, MRI scans, photos and was lucky enough to handle some real human bones.
The subject is not a perfect anatomical representation of the spine of a perfect human specimen but my artist impression of a real hardworking spine, the source of pain but also of the literal strength of the body, capable of amazing things.
The subject may suffer pain but is looking outwards, the source of the pain is also the backbone, the strength to stay upright and looking forward despite the imperfection
Each bronze sculpture is hand made to order, this will take between 8 and 10 weeks. Originals are available to view by appointment at the workshop.
Bronze editions are strictly limited to the number shown. If you would like to discuss patination or choice of stone please send an email and we will come back to you within two working days.
17 remaining.
NEW EDITIONS FOR SALE
Running Hare in midnight blue, 2018
I have the privilege of walking over fields most days. The hare is by far the fastest thing out there. Their short dense bodies propelled by impossibly strong spindly legs. It is a treat to see them and when I do they are always in motion.
I imagine this hare dashing across the fields fleeing a fox in the moonlight, obviously the hare wins.
Hand crafted
Each piece is hand made to order, this will take between 8 and 10 weeks. Originals are available to view by appointment at the workshop.
Editions are strictly limited to the number shown. If you would like to discuss patination or choice of stone please send an email and we will come back to you within two working days.