{"title":"Wisdom of the Forest | 2022","description":"\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWe launch Steve Winterburn's 'Wisdom of the Forest' orangutan sculpture and hear from Glyn Washington, Creative Director of Castle Fine Art, who explains why Steve is a real tour de force in the world of sculpture and bronze casting, and discusses his recent Black Panther series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"steve-winterburn-love-1664372435","title":"Love","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstablished wildlife sculptor Steve Winterburn did not set out to create a sculpture inspired by the famous Marvel superhero Black Panther, yet his travels and research in South Africa led to the creation of an anthropomorphic panther who wore a bone necklace much like those worn by the tribes he encountered. The resulting reaction from Steve’s collectors over the undeniable resemblance to the Marvel character led to the creation of this collection; however, the signs, symbols and animal behind this artwork go further than any comic book references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist’s travels have fostered an interest in mythology from around the world including Greek, Persian, Middle Eastern and beyond. In many of these cultures, animals are synonymous with aspects of mythology and can be seen in historic temples and depictions. Winterburn notes that in the past, realistic references for ferocious animals like panthers were not as readily available as they are today. Consequently, the depiction of animals in temples focuses on a sense of power and presence rather than realism. Not only did this influence the sculptural form and composition of Winterburn’s piece but also the tribal decoration on the collar. The inspiration for these designs comes from his exploration of temples and also his love of tattoos as a visual language that can reference ancient imagery from Celtic, Middle Eastern, and Sanskrit cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA profound sculpture that contains striking references to antiquity and contemporary culture, you can view the full collection \u003ca title=\"Love, Power \u0026amp; Wisdom Set of Three\" href=\"\/products\/steve-winterburn-love-power-wisdom-set-of-three-bronze-sculptures\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehere \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eor learn more about Steve Winterburn and his sculptural career on \u003ca title=\"Where Artist and Artisan Meet\" href=\"\/blogs\/posts\/where-artist-and-artisan-meet-public-sculpture-by-steve-winterburn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eour blog\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Steve Winterburn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56600576524637,"sku":"SWI-SCU-WWL-28053","price":18950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/swi-scu-wwl-28053-1-love-green-panther_2022-09-28T13-41-09.jpg?v=1749468197"},{"product_id":"steve-winterburn-intensity","title":"Intensity","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"I travelled to India with Care for the Wild International, with whom I was a Trustee.  We were met by Fateh Singh Rathore, one of world’s leading Tiger conservationists.  He travelled with us around the National Parks in India, where we spent many weeks tracking tigers.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteve’s art is the result of years of experimentation for the former painter, who has previously sold his work in Harrods and Selfridges. Using his innate understanding of engineering and design, he incorporates inspirations from his travels to India, Peru, Kenya and Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of his animals is hand-finished and patinated by himself, with the self-taught sculptor creating them in his sprawling nine-room studio in Yorkshire. To develop his skills, he delved into the closely-guarded secrets of foundrymen to master mould-making skills and the manipulation of molten bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe says: “The chemicals and heat bring the sculptures to life. Having worked so closely with wildlife on conservation projects, I wanted to capture this ‘essence’ in my art.” Discover artwork by Steve Winterburn \u003ca title=\"Steve Winterburn | Sculpture\" href=\"\/collections\/steve-winterburn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehere\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Steve Winterburn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56600576557405,"sku":"SWI-SCU-WWL-24317","price":11950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/swi-scu-wwl-24317-1-intensity-tiger-grey_2021-04-15T12-34-28.jpg?v=1749468197"},{"product_id":"steve-winterburn-power","title":"Power","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstablished wildlife sculptor Steve Winterburn did not set out to create a sculpture inspired by the famous Marvel superhero Black Panther, yet his travels and research in South Africa led to the creation of an anthropomorphic panther who wore a bone necklace much like those worn by the tribes he encountered. The resulting reaction from Steve’s collectors over the undeniable resemblance to the Marvel character led to the creation of this collection; however, the signs, symbols and animal behind this artwork go further than any comic book references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist’s travels have fostered an interest in mythology from around the world including Greek, Persian, Middle Eastern and beyond. In many of these cultures, animals are synonymous with aspects of mythology and can be seen in historic temples and depictions. Winterburn notes that in the past, realistic references for ferocious animals like panthers were not as readily available as they are today. Consequently, the depiction of animals in temples focuses on a sense of power and presence rather than realism. Not only did this influence the sculptural form and composition of Winterburn’s piece but also the tribal decoration on the collar. The inspiration for these designs comes from his exploration of temples and also his love of tattoos as a visual language that can reference ancient imagery from Celtic, Middle Eastern, and Sanskrit cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA profound sculpture that contains striking references to antiquity and contemporary culture, you can view the full collection \u003ca title=\"Love, Power \u0026amp; Wisdom Set of Three\" href=\"\/products\/steve-winterburn-love-power-wisdom-set-of-three-bronze-sculptures\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehere \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eor learn more about Steve Winterburn and his sculptural career on \u003ca title=\"Where Artist and Artisan Meet\" href=\"\/blogs\/posts\/where-artist-and-artisan-meet-public-sculpture-by-steve-winterburn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eour blog\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Steve Winterburn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56600576950621,"sku":"SWI-SCU-WWL-28054","price":18950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/swi-scu-wwl-28054-1-power-black-panther_2022-09-28T13-53-31.jpg?v=1749468198"},{"product_id":"steve-winterburn-wisdom","title":"Wisdom","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstablished wildlife sculptor Steve Winterburn did not set out to create a sculpture inspired by the famous Marvel superhero Black Panther, yet his travels and research in South Africa led to the creation of an anthropomorphic panther who wore a bone necklace much like those worn by the tribes he encountered. The resulting reaction from Steve’s collectors over the undeniable resemblance to the Marvel character led to the creation of this collection; however, the signs, symbols and animal behind this artwork go further than any comic book references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist’s travels have fostered an interest in mythology from around the world including Greek, Persian, Middle Eastern and beyond. In many of these cultures, animals are synonymous with aspects of mythology and can be seen in historic temples and depictions. Winterburn notes that in the past, realistic references for ferocious animals like panthers were not as readily available as they are today. Consequently, the depiction of animals in temples focuses on a sense of power and presence rather than realism. Not only did this influence the sculptural form and composition of Winterburn’s piece but also the tribal decoration on the collar. The inspiration for these designs comes from his exploration of temples and also his love of tattoos as a visual language that can reference ancient imagery from Celtic, Middle Eastern, and Sanskrit cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA profound sculpture that contains striking references to antiquity and contemporary culture, you can view the full collection \u003ca title=\"Love, Power \u0026amp; Wisdom Set of Three\" href=\"\/products\/steve-winterburn-love-power-wisdom-set-of-three-bronze-sculptures\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehere \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eor learn more about Steve Winterburn and his sculptural career on \u003ca title=\"Where Artist and Artisan Meet\" href=\"\/blogs\/posts\/where-artist-and-artisan-meet-public-sculpture-by-steve-winterburn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eour blog\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Steve Winterburn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56600577573213,"sku":"SWI-SCU-WWL-28055","price":18950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/swi-scu-wwl-28055-1-wisdom-silver-panther_2022-09-28T13-59-45.jpg?v=1749468196"},{"product_id":"steve-winterburn-love-power-wisdom-set-of-three-bronze-sculptures","title":"Black Panther Series 2022 | Set of Three","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstablished wildlife sculptor Steve Winterburn did not set out to create a sculpture inspired by the famous Marvel superhero Black Panther, yet his travels and research in South Africa led to the creation of an anthropomorphic panther who wore a bone necklace much like those worn by the tribes he encountered. The resulting reaction from Steve’s collectors over the undeniable resemblance to the Marvel character led to the creation of this collection; however, the signs, symbols and animal behind this artwork go further than any comic book references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist’s travels have fostered an interest in mythology from around the world including Greek, Persian, Middle Eastern and beyond. In many of these cultures, animals are synonymous with aspects of mythology and can be seen in historic temples and depictions. Winterburn notes that in the past, realistic references for ferocious animals like panthers were not as readily available as they are today. Consequently, the depiction of animals in temples focuses on a sense of power and presence rather than realism. Not only did this influence the sculptural form and composition of Winterburn’s piece but also the tribal decoration on the collar. The inspiration for these designs comes from his exploration of temples and also his love of tattoos as a visual language that can reference ancient imagery from Celtic, Middle Eastern, and Sanskrit cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA profound sculpture that contains striking references to antiquity and contemporary culture, you can view the full collection \u003ca title=\"Love, Power \u0026amp; Wisdom Set of Three\" href=\"\/products\/steve-winterburn-love-power-wisdom-set-of-three-bronze-sculptures\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehere \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eor learn more about Steve Winterburn and his sculptural career on \u003ca title=\"Where Artist and Artisan Meet\" href=\"\/blogs\/posts\/where-artist-and-artisan-meet-public-sculpture-by-steve-winterburn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eour blog\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Steve Winterburn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56600577638749,"sku":"SWI-SCU-WWL-28609","price":50000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/swi-scu-wwl-28609-1-love-power-and-wisdom-set-of-3-bronze-sculptures_2022-09-28T14-02-56.jpg?v=1749468197"},{"product_id":"steve-winterburn-spirit-of-the-seas","title":"Spirit of the Seas","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"This piece was inspired by my daughter, who spent many years riding horses.  Living close to the sea, we often went down to the beach to ride.  The sea was often very rough, and you could see the “white horses” breaking on the waves. I have tried to capture the power of both the sea and the horse in this sculpture.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteve’s art is the result of years of experimentation for the former painter, who has previously sold his work in Harrods and Selfridges. Using his innate understanding of engineering and design, he incorporates inspirations from his travels to India, Peru, Kenya and Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of his animals is hand-finished and patinated by himself, with the self-taught sculptor creating them in his sprawling nine-room studio in Yorkshire. To develop his skills, he delved into the closely-guarded secrets of foundrymen to master mould-making skills and the manipulation of molten bronze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe says: “The chemicals and heat bring the sculptures to life. Having worked so closely with wildlife on conservation projects, I wanted to capture this ‘essence’ in my art.” Discover artwork by Steve Winterburn \u003ca title=\"Steve Winterburn | Sculpture\" href=\"\/collections\/steve-winterburn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehere\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Steve Winterburn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56600577704285,"sku":"SWI-SCU-WWL-24316","price":8950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/swi-scu-wwl-24316-1-spirit-of-the-seas-horse-grey_2021-04-15T11-19-51.jpg?v=1749468193"},{"product_id":"steve-winterburn-wisdom-of-the-forest-orangutan","title":"Wisdom of the Forest, Orangutan","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs with all his incredible work, Steve has handled every stage of manufacture of this orangutan sculpture himself all the way through to final patina, and the rich burnt orange and ivory finish that brings the beautiful creature portrayed in ‘Wisdom of the Forest’ alive is a first for Castle Fine Art. This expertly-applied texture is synonymous with Steve’s wildlife sculptures, with the looseness of the style and finish allowing him to express the soul of the animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteve Winterburn has long been interested in saving the orangutan, a species in rapid decline due to the disappearance of its habitats and has spent many years working with charities to save them. This has meant he has been able to travel extensively and have first-hand encounters with some of the magnificent animals he is representing in his sculptures, and he believes that sculpting a creature many would never encounter can trigger a more urgent and visceral response to the problems they are facing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead more about this sculpture and his Black Panther series on our \u003ca title=\"Blog\" href=\"\/collections\/curators-picks-swi-wisdom-of-the-forest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eblog\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Steve Winterburn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56600577933661,"sku":"SWI-SCU-WWL-28056","price":15000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/swi-gorilla-218-1_2022-10-19T11-27-05.jpg?v=1749468196"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/collections\/swi-orangutan-blog-thumbnail_2022-10-26T14-40-04.jpg?v=1747053708","url":"https:\/\/www.castlefineart.com\/collections\/curators-picks-swi-wisdom-of-the-forest.oembed?page=2","provider":"Castle Fine Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}