Lot 676: Ben Barrell Enlightenment Bronze Resin Unique

Ben Barrell Enlightenment Bronze Resin Unique 65cm.; 25½ins high on stainless steel stand This and the following lots were the main sculptural components of the Cancer Research UK "Enlighten" garden at the Chelsea Flower Show in May 2010, which was awarded a gold medal. Designed by Robert Myers, a four times gold medal winner at Chelsea, his theme of "Enlighten" celebrates how the work of Cancer Research UK has increased our knowledge and understanding of the causes, diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Robert explores this theme through concepts of discovery, light and shade, colour and contrast within the garden, taking visitors on a journey full of contrasting environments. Following the success of his pebble seats in last year's Cancer Research Chelsea garden, Ben Barrell, was delighted to be asked by Robert Myers to create the sculpture "Enlightenment" for the show garden as all his work is inspired by nature and the shapes created by its movements. Living in Cornwall, Ben has the ideal surroundings to create work which reflects the rhythm of the sea, the movement of creatures passing through the sea and the landscape of the Cornish coast. His work can be found at Goodwood Sculpture Park and in public spaces and private gardens.