Sheela na Gig female figure to explore their unusual form

to explore their unusual form in sculpture

which I had stopped doing for a while

This is Nesara - a winged cyclops

Title: Bowfowl

This sculpture is suitable for interior or exterior locations

Sheela na Gig female figure to explore their unusual formA Wall mounted piece, suitable for interior or exterior walls or doorways. Sheela na Gig are ancient sculptures found extensively all over Ireland. They were often discovered above doorways in churches however they predate Christianity in Ireland. Nobody knows the meaning behind them but there are so many interesting theories, ranging from fertility or childbirth symbols to gateways to the afterlife. I was very happy to receive this commission. The