“A bespoke pair of stainless steel Magpie sculptures. This private commission features iridescent, heat-tinted feathers and a dynamic landing pose.”
The Magpie is one of the most intelligent and charismatic members of the crow family, known for its bold black-and-white plumage and its watchful presence in the British landscape. This life-sized pair of sculptures, commissioned for a private balcony, captures the distinct energy of these birds—one perched in quiet observation, the other landing with wings fully extended.
Crafted from stainless steel, the sculptures utilize the metal's reflective properties to replicate the iridescent sheen of the magpie's feathers. To achieve the deep, shimmering greens and purples found in their real-life counterparts, the steel was carefully heated, creating a permanent thermal color that shifts with the natural light of the balcony. Mounted directly onto the railing, the pair serves as a constant, spirited link between the home and the surrounding environment.
