“A life-sized stainless steel sculpture of a Highland Bull skull. Featuring polished bone textures and intricate lattice-work horns.”
The stainless steel skull of a Highland Bull is a striking combination of anatomical accuracy and artistic interpretation. Commissioned for a local butchers, the piece transforms a symbol of the trade into a gleaming, permanent landmark of the shop's heritage.
The Highland Bull (Bos taurus) is an icon of the British Isles, known for its formidable horns and rugged resilience. This life-sized rendition captures the powerful architecture of the bull's skull, emphasizing the dramatic, sweeping curve of the horns that define the breed.
Crafted from stainless steel, the sculpture features a high-polished finish on the facial bone structure, creating a sharp contrast with the intricate, open-lattice work of the horns. This "woven" steel technique lightens the visual weight of the massive horns while highlighting their internal geometry. By translating this organic form into metal, the work serves as a sophisticated tribute to the animal, blending a deep respect for traditional agriculture with a contemporary, reflective aesthetic.
