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Graham had a keen interest in animals and uses studies from to create his own character figures. He loves a challenge, wildlife & domestic animals being equally enjoyable. Graham prefers modeling from life where possible. Bird studies include; Pheasants, Heron, Sparrow Hawk, Kestrel, 4 species of Owl, Swallow, Bald Eagle, Ducks, Kingfisher. |
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Over the years he has ‘sat’ with camels, elephants, horses,
bulls, monkeys, cats, badgers, foxes, voles, alligators, toads, crabs,
lizards, scorpions and numerous dogs as pet
commissions. To list a few breeds; Boxer, Bulldog, Bloodhound, Springer,
Setter, Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Pekingese, Chow and several
mutts!
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From these studies come the weird & wonderful anthropomorphics. Initially known for his dragons over twenty years ago, Graham has widened his field to include animal Characters because of their originality & humour. Pigs, toads, mice, rabbits are favourites among customers. Graham is not above poking fun at the Law as in ‘The courtroom scene’– clerk, judge, conspiring lawyers. |
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The cricketing Mole, Toad & Ratty from Kenneth Grahame's 'Wind in the Willows' were inspired from a mole's huge fore-limbs - "He'd make a perfect wicket-keeper!" commented Graham.
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Wind in the Willows Cricket Game13 cm, £145
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Wind in the Willows Picnic setMole 13 cm, £163
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For more animal sculpture, visit Jonathan Knight's website:
Jonathan
Knight - Animal Sculpture and Figures in bronze
Animal Sculpture by Jonathan Knight. Sculptures and figures in bronze. Equine
sculptures of horses and jockeys. Limited Editions - Numbered Editions - Commissions
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14 cm, £145 