Noah’s Ark

This was a long time in the making. I had originally started on a Noah’s Ark a few years ago but the boat split from the sea- not exactly biblical. So I thought I’d try again. The inspiration came from a sculptor named William Edmondson and his sculpture of the same name, and as I re-look at his work I can see a lot of influence in mine. Huh. Anyway, this is by far the heaviest piece if nothing else, depicting a stylized ark on heavy seas. While you can’t see it here, some sea serpents also circle the ark (make of them what you will- if you don’t like them as not being accurate to the story, well, go make your own ark.) A serpent is depicted on the base as well, and on the reverse are two archaic dolphins. I originally intended for tiny brass giraffes to pierce the roof, but in the end that seemed a bit much so no giraffes. They are inside.

3.5 out of 5 and super heavy.

Indian limestone, about 14”W, 12”H, 12”D.

And check out Mr. Edmondson’s work at the address below:

(https://americanart.si.edu/artist/william-edmondson-1408.)

Noah’s Ark (2023)