Illumination is the “click” in your mind when suddenly a truth or message makes sense.

The cup and ring marks etched into the wood spark interesting discussions - could they be a form of celestial mapping? Cup and ring marks are sometimes speculated to be ways of mapping movements in the universe.

Messages from the Neolithic period (roughly 10,000–3,000 B.C.) are not written in words, but are instead etched in stone, clay, and bone, revealing a profound shift towards settled life, agricultural dependence, and complex symbolic, spiritual, and social beliefs. These, often called “messages from the past,” were created through artistic, ritualistic, and functional means, such as cup-and-ring marks, intricate spirals in passage tombs, and small figurines which are reflected in the markings of this sculpture. 

Sound waves matching an object’s natural frequency can induce movement - exquisitely captured within this piece

Cup and ring marks are a form of prehistoric rock art, consisting of a central, cup-shaped hollow pecked into a stone surface, often surrounded by one or more concentric rings.

These carvings are among the most widespread and mysterious prehistoric symbols, appearing across Atlantic Europe (Scotland, Ireland, Northern England, Portugal, Spain) and in many other locations worldwide and are evoked by the marks made within the wood

This piece is centred around neolithic cup and ring marks that the original artists may have interpreted as a return of the power of the sun

In this naturalistic piece, Martin captures the stillness, poise and focus of the fox cub, showcasing his ability to create an energy and story behind the sculpture - that of the hunter and the hunted. 

Every detail is considered and beautifully observed - a hallmark of Martin’s work and his meticulous attention to detail in every stage of the sculpting process. 

This dramatic limited edition piece captures the  movement and balance typical of a Martin Duffy sculpture. 

The larger scale allows Martin to amplify the detail of his smaller pieces to recreate the tension, urgency and drama that lies behind this annual rite of passage.