Nick Bibby
Swallow in Flight
Bronze
39 x 40 x 13 cms / 15¼ x 15¾ x 5 inches
Edition 5 of 12
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Description
Dynamic and expansive, this bronze swallow in flight is a striking exploration of movement, space and line. With wings fully extended, the bird cuts through the air in a sweeping arc, its form counterbalanced by tall, reed-like elements that introduce vertical tension and rhythm. Bibby’s modelling is fluid and assured, allowing the swallow’s anatomy to dissolve into a broader sculptural gesture. The cool, green-blue patina enhances the sense of lightness and air, evoking open skies and motion rather than weight. Negative space plays a crucial role, with the composition unfolding across its base like a moment caught mid-flight.