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  • The Great Distraction VI by Eve Shepherd – £500

    The Great Distraction VI by Eve Shepherd – £500

    Unique Ceramic and Oxide
     
    28cm x 11cm x 18cm
     
    For interior display

    The Great Distraction is a series of contemporary figurative sculptures exploring the tension between human attention and the natural world. The works take the form of hybrid human-animal figures—Minotaurs, ram-like beings, and other mythic forms—rendered in textured ceramic surfaces that evoke earth, erosion, and natural formation.

    These figures reference ancient archetypes that were once revered or feared—beings associated with power, instinct, and the forces of nature. They stand grounded and physically present, their forms suggesting strength, weight, and permanence.

    Yet within the works, that power appears redirected. The figures turn inward or away, their attention disengaged from the world around them. Rather than embodying dominance or presence, they suggest a quiet relinquishing—an unspoken transfer of agency away from the body and into something unseen.

    This contrast lies at the core of the series. The figures remain connected to nature in form, yet disconnected in awareness. What were once godlike embodiments of natural force now appear diminished, not through loss of strength, but through a shift in attention.

    The Great Distraction reflects on this condition: a state in which presence is fractured, and power is no longer held within the self, but deferred elsewhere.

    If you are interested in purchasing this piece, or have questions about this sculpture or any others then please email our sales consultant: tadd@cotswoldsculpturepark.co.uk
    or call Tadd Hartland on 07545 648918

    *We are a wholly independent family run business and work closely alongside our artists during the sales process and our buyer introductions. Our ethos is built on a mutual trust and working together.

  • Birdie by Jane Flint – £1,250

    Birdie by Jane Flint – £1,250

    Stoneware ceramic

    60cm H x 34cm D x 34cm W

    Part of the Story Keepers series

    “I create ceramic sculptures that explore the quiet intensity of human connection — with animals, myth, and the inner self. My figures often wear animal masks or appear entwined with animals, suggesting companionship, instinct, and transformation. Through texture and gesture, I aim to evoke stillness, emotion, and the sense of a story quietly remembered.

    I make these pots in the hope that they will become keepers of family stories , love notes , silly jokes, memories and superstitions and that they in turn become a well loved treasure.” – Jane Flint

    Sitting quietly atop a weathered pot, Birdie captures a gentle moment of contemplation. The small figure, with the head of a bird and the body of a human, sits cross-legged holding a book, as though pausing to reflect on the words within.

    The contrast between the delicate human form and the watchful bird head gives the sculpture a whimsical, storybook quality. With its softly aged textures and calm, thoughtful pose, Birdie evokes curiosity, imagination and the quiet wisdom found in moments of reflection.

    If you are interested in purchasing this piece, or have questions about this sculpture or any others then please email our sales consultant: tadd@cotswoldsculpturepark.co.uk
    or call Tadd Hartland on 07545 648918

    *We are a wholly independent family run business and work closely alongside our artists during the sales process and our buyer introductions. Our ethos is built on a mutual trust and working together.

  • Fawn by Jane Flint – £1,250

    Fawn by Jane Flint – £1,250

    Stoneware ceramic

    56cm H x 34cm W x 34cm D

    Part of the Story Keeper series

    “I create ceramic sculptures that explore the quiet intensity of human connection — with animals, myth, and the inner self. My figures often wear animal masks or appear entwined with animals, suggesting companionship, instinct, and transformation. Through texture and gesture, I aim to evoke stillness, emotion, and the sense of a story quietly remembered.

    I make these pots in the hope that they will become keepers of family stories , love notes , silly jokes, memories and superstitions and that they in turn become a well loved treasure.” – Jane Flint

    Perched gently atop a weathered vessel, Fawn captures a quiet moment of reflection. With arms folded around crossed legs, the small figure sits in a thoughtful pose, crowned with the delicate head of a young deer. The combination of human posture and animal form creates a gentle sense of wonder, as if the figure belongs to a forgotten woodland tale.

    If you are interested in purchasing this piece, or have questions about this sculpture or any others then please email our sales consultant: tadd@cotswoldsculpturepark.co.uk
    or call Tadd Hartland on 07545 648918

    *We are a wholly independent family run business and work closely alongside our artists during the sales process and our buyer introductions. Our ethos is built on a mutual trust and working together.

  • Brock by Jane Flint – £950

    Brock by Jane Flint – £950

    Stoneware ceramic

    57cm H x 25cm W x 22cm D

    “I create ceramic sculptures that explore the quiet intensity of human connection — with animals, myth, and the inner self. My figures often wear animal masks or appear entwined with animals, suggesting companionship, instinct, and transformation. Through texture and gesture, I aim to evoke stillness, emotion, and the sense of a story quietly remembered.”  –  Jane Flint

    Quietly confident and full of character, Brock blends human presence with the unmistakable markings of a badger. With arms folded calmly across her chest, the figure stands with a gentle sense of self-possession, her expression thoughtful and watchful.

    The worn textures of the clothing and softly aged surface give the sculpture a timeless, almost folkloric atmosphere, as though the figure belongs to an old woodland tale.

    If you are interested in purchasing this piece, or have questions about this sculpture or any others then please email our sales consultant: tadd@cotswoldsculpturepark.co.uk
    or call Tadd Hartland on 07545 648918

    *We are a wholly independent family run business and work closely alongside our artists during the sales process and our buyer introductions. Our ethos is built on a mutual trust working together.

  • Fable by Jane Flint – £950

    Fable by Jane Flint – £950

    Stoneware ceramic

    55cm H x 26cm W x 20cm D

    “I create ceramic sculptures that explore the quiet intensity of human connection — with animals, myth, and the inner self. My figures often wear animal masks or appear entwined with animals, suggesting companionship, instinct, and transformation. Through texture and gesture, I aim to evoke stillness, emotion, and the sense of a story quietly remembered.”  – Jane Flint

    Blending the human and animal worlds, Fable creates a quietly haunting and poetic presence. The delicate figure, dressed in a simple flowing garment, is crowned with the head of a young deer, its antlers rising gently above. The contrast between the innocence of the dress and the wildness of the animal form gives the sculpture a dreamlike, almost folkloric quality.

    With its weathered textures and gentle gaze, the piece feels as though it has stepped out of a story — a symbol of nature, transformation and the mysterious connection between the human spirit and the animal world.

    If you are interested in purchasing this piece, or have questions about this sculpture or any others then please email our sales consultant: tadd@cotswoldsculpturepark.co.uk
    or call Tadd Hartland on 07545 648918

    *We are a wholly independent family run business and work closely alongside our artists during the sales process and our buyer introductions. Our ethos is built on a mutual trust and working together.

  • Vixen by Jane Flint – £950

    Vixen by Jane Flint – £950

    Stoneware ceramic

    50cm H x 23cm W x 20cm D

    “I create ceramic sculptures that explore the quiet intensity of human connection — with animals, myth, and the inner self. My figures often wear animal masks or appear entwined with animals, suggesting companionship, instinct, and transformation. Through texture and gesture, I aim to evoke stillness, emotion, and the sense of a story quietly remembered.” – Jane Flint

    Mysterious and quietly self-assured, Vixen brings together human form and animal instinct in a striking hybrid figure. Dressed in a simple, timeworn garment with arms folded calmly across her chest, the figure bears the head of a fox—alert, intelligent and watchful.

    The textured surface and weathered finish give the sculpture an ancient, storybook quality, as though she has stepped from folklore or myth. 

    If you are interested in purchasing this piece, or have questions about this sculpture or any others then please email our sales consultant: tadd@cotswoldsculpturepark.co.uk
    or call Tadd Hartland on 07545 648918

    *We are a wholly independent family run business and work closely alongside our artists during the sales process and our buyer introductions. Our ethos is built on a mutual trust and working together.

  • The Great Distraction VIII by Eve Shepherd – £345

    The Great Distraction VIII by Eve Shepherd – £345

    Unique ceramic and oxide
     
    19.5cm x 12.5cm x15cm

    In this striking sculpture, a horned, mythic figure sits absorbed in a handheld device, merging ancient symbolism with a distinctly modern habit. The character’s rough, weathered surface and animal-like horns evoke timeless archetypes drawn from folklore and the natural world, yet the figure’s posture is unmistakably contemporary.

    If you are interested in purchasing this piece, or have questions about this sculpture or any others then please email our sales consultant: tadd@cotswoldsculpturepark.co.uk
    or call Tadd Hartland on 07545 648918

    *We are a wholly independent family run business and work closely alongside our artists during the sales process and our buyer introductions. Our ethos is built on a mutual trust working together.

  • The Great Distraction IX by Shepherd – £550

    The Great Distraction IX by Shepherd – £550

    Unique ceramic and oxides
     
    29cm x 11.5cm x 15cm

    This evocative sculpture presents a horned, mythic figure seated in quiet absorption, gazing down at a small handheld device. Blending human and animal forms, the work draws on ancient imagery while confronting a distinctly modern preoccupation. The rough, heavily textured surface gives the figure an earthy, almost archaeological presence.

    If you are interested in purchasing this piece, or have questions about this sculpture or any others then please email our sales consultant: tadd@cotswoldsculpturepark.co.uk
    or call Tadd Hartland on 07545 648918

    *We are a wholly independent family run business and work closely alongside our artists during the sales process and our buyer introductions. Our ethos is built on a mutual trust working together.

  • Pan by Eve Shepherd – £5,995

    Pan by Eve Shepherd – £5,995

    Unique hand built frost resistant ceramic and glaze on wooded base
     
    103cm x 62cm x 32cm

    This captivating sculpture portrays a mysterious figure whose presence feels both ancient and theatrical. With arms folded and a steady gaze, the figure wears an elaborate, towering headdress alive with small birds. The richly textured surface and weathered tones give the piece an earthy and organic quality.

    If you are interested in purchasing this piece, or have questions about this sculpture or any others then please email our sales consultant: tadd@cotswoldsculpturepark.co.uk
    or call Tadd Hartland on 07545 648918

    *We are a wholly independent family run business and work closely alongside our artists during the sales process and our buyer introductions. Our ethos is built on a mutual trust working together.

  • Inside We Are All Animal VI by Eve Shepherd – £3,900

    Inside We Are All Animal VI by Eve Shepherd – £3,900

    Unique hand-built frost resistant ceramic
     
    89cm x 50cm x 28cm

    This haunting sculpture explores the instinctive, untamed aspects that lie beneath the human surface. A human bust is crowned with powerful hare ears, merging human and animal forms into a striking and symbolic hybrid. The cracked, weathered textures and darkened eyes create an unsettling yet compelling presence, suggesting vulnerability, instinct, and transformation.

    With its raw surface and expressive detail, the piece reflects on the primal forces that shape human nature, inviting viewers to consider the fragile boundary between civilisation and our deeper, animal selves.

    If you are interested in purchasing this piece, or have questions about this sculpture or any others then please email our sales consultant: tadd@cotswoldsculpturepark.co.uk
    or call Tadd Hartland on 07545 648918

    *We are a wholly independent family run business and work closely alongside our artists during the sales process and our buyer introductions. Our ethos is built on a mutual trust working together.