I have always been deeply fascinated by the saber – tooth tiger, an extinct yet ever – captivating creature. Its powerful build, menacing fangs, and the air of primal strength it exuded have long held a special place in my heart. When I set out to create the “Sabertooth Tiger” stainless – steel sculpture, my aim was to convey this profound emotion to the viewers, bridging the gap between the ancient world of nature and the modern realm of art.
The sculpture is a labor of love, with every detail meticulously crafted to evoke a sense of awe and reverence. The eyes of the saber – tooth tiger are particularly striking. They are designed to seem as if they are gazing into the distance, carrying a hint of the wild and the untamed. The body language, with its slightly crouched stance and the tension in the muscles, suggests a moment of readiness, as if the tiger is about to pounce at any second. The use of stainless steel, with its reflective surface, not only adds a modern touch but also serves as a mirror, reflecting the emotions of the viewers back to them.
The creative process was an intense journey of emotional expression and deepening. I spent countless hours studying the fossils and the scientific reconstructions of the saber – tooth tiger, trying to understand its anatomy and behavior. I then translated these studies into the sculpture, constantly adjusting and refining the details to ensure that the emotion I felt was accurately conveyed. Every curve and angle of the stainless – steel structure was carefully considered to capture the essence of the tiger’s power and grace.
The theme of this work is the transmission of emotions between nature and art. Through the “Sabertooth Tiger” sculpture, I hoped to make the viewers feel a connection to this magnificent creature that once roamed the earth. And the feedback from the audience has been truly heart – warming.
Artist Comment
Sabertooth Tiger NO.1
Big Hallow Bigcat stainless Steel
by Sebastian Novaky
Edition: 6
£55,800
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