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Jasper Leadbeater
Prey (Gyr Falcon)

2024

$26,417.89
£19,500
€22,793.70
CA$36,460.65
A$40,843.98
CHF 21,283.44
MX$498,212.27
NOK 270,463.68
SEK 255,027.97
DKK 170,125.90

About the Item

Jasper Leadbeater, Prey (Gyr Falcon), 2024 Mixed media – Upcycled shotgun shell casings on panel Edition of 3 179 x 119 cm (70.24 x 46.86 in) Sustainability has become the main drive behind the work I create, to make something unique out of what would otherwise be waste. Tens of thousands of shells are used on average per day, per shooting school across the whole of the UK. Due to the cost and lengthy procedure of separating the plastic from the metal, the spent shells are usually burnt, or put into landfill. rey captures a breathtaking moment of nature in motion — a Gyr Falcon in mid-flight as it homes in on its prey, a duck in full escape. This powerful composition is constructed entirely from upcycled shotgun shell casings, a striking juxtaposition of man-made ammunition and the natural cycle of predator and prey. Each meticulously placed casing forms the intricate feathers and flight dynamics of the two birds, with subtle gradients of brass, ivory, and black shells giving life to the wings and motion. The result is a masterwork that confronts the viewer with themes of survival, beauty, and consequence. Perfect for collectors of wildlife art, contemporary mixed media, or anyone drawn to the tension between nature and industry. Related categories: Gyr Falcon artwork, bird of prey art, upcycled shotgun shell art, wildlife mixed media, Jasper Leadbeater, falcon and duck, nature vs industry, brass shell artwork, contemporary wildlife art, environmental art.
  • Creator:
    Jasper Leadbeater (English)
  • Creation Year:
    2024
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 46.86 in (119 cm)Width: 70.48 in (179 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Framing:
    Frame Included
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Manchester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2261216719852

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