{"title":"The Bronze Sculptures | 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eInspired by the Yorkshire mill towns that shaped his youth, Bob Barker is renowned for his gritty ‘Northern Impressionism’ style. His 'First Lesson' sculpture is the perfect gift for anyone who treasures their childhood memories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBob's latest bronze work accompanies his series of limited edition prints and began with an initial, intricate sketch. Explaining the meaning behind this piece, he says: “I believe a boy’s first hero is his dad. As he grows, even if his dad hasn’t got his hand, he’s got his back. Just knowing Dad is there means you can achieve anything.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrevious sculptures include 'On Me ‘Ed, Kamerad!' and 'Match of the Day', which depicts the Christmas Day football truce of 1914.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bob-barker-first-lesson","title":"First Lesson","description":"\u003cp\u003e Inspired by the ‘northern light’ that illuminated the Yorkshire mill towns of his youth, Bob’s new works evoke some of his happiest childhood memories. Explaining the meaning behind this piece, he says: “I believe a boy’s first hero is his dad. As he grows, even if his dad hasn’t got his hand, he’s got his back. Just knowing Dad is there means you can achieve anything.”\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bob Barker","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599626842461,"sku":"BBA-SCU-POR-15424","price":2450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/bbafirst-lesson-2.jpg?v=1745930637"},{"product_id":"bob-barker-on-me-ed-kamerad","title":"On Me 'Ed, Kamerad!","description":"\u003cp\u003eBob’s spring 2018 collection signifies the idea of ‘the path we lead’, with him exploring the winding journey we all take in life. This sculpture marks an exciting step for the artist, who is known for his canvas on board artworks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe adds: \u003cem\u003e\"The poignancy of the piece shows that football creates comradery. It brings not only people but countries together. Let's keep this humanity, lest we forget.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bob Barker","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599630610781,"sku":"BBA-SCU-POR-12702","price":2450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/bba-on-me-ed-kamerad-a.jpg?v=1745930693"},{"product_id":"bob-barker-match-of-the-day-1914-christmas-truce","title":"Match of the Day (1914, Christmas Truce)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFollowing on from Bob's popular centenary release \u003cem\u003e\"\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.castlegalleries.com\/art\/sod-this-for-a-game-of-soldiers\"\u003eSod This For A Game Of Soldiers\u003c\/a\u003e!\" \u003c\/em\u003elast year, Match Of The Day has also been created to commemorate the 1914 Christmas truce, as part of our Autumn 2015 collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bob Barker","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56599630840157,"sku":"BBA-SCU-POR-03985","price":2950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/bba-match-of-the-day-2014-christmas-truce.jpg?v=1745930567"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/collections\/bba-blog-thumbnail-updated.jpg?v=1747053706","url":"https:\/\/www.castlefineart.com\/en-eu\/collections\/bob-barkers-lessons-for-life.oembed","provider":"Castle Fine Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}