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Found oak wood, acorn caps, 24ct gold leaf.
30 x 30 x 100 cm
Aeterna Quercus means ‘Eternal Oak’. My proposed installation honours the people involved in all aspects of the Cathedral, from its first beginnings in 1175 AD to the present day. The use of oak wood in the work symbolises the enduring structural longevity of the cathedral, whilst the gilded acorn caps represent the transience of the individuals across the centuries. It is the acorn cap that nurtures the next generation, before being discarded. By gilding them I highlight the preciousness of these transient contributions.
Please note that delivery is not included in the price. Delivery costs will be the responsibility of the buyer. The delivery method and payment will be arranged with Parker Harris after purchase, and Parker Harris will contact all buyers once their purchase is complete. Buyers will not receive the work until after the exhibition at Wells Cathedral closes on Saturday 7 November 2026. Works can be collected from Wells Cathedral on Sunday 8 or Monday 9 November 2026, 9.30am–4.30pm.
Found oak wood, acorn caps, 24ct gold leaf.
30 x 30 x 100 cm
Aeterna Quercus means ‘Eternal Oak’. My proposed installation honours the people involved in all aspects of the Cathedral, from its first beginnings in 1175 AD to the present day. The use of oak wood in the work symbolises the enduring structural longevity of the cathedral, whilst the gilded acorn caps represent the transience of the individuals across the centuries. It is the acorn cap that nurtures the next generation, before being discarded. By gilding them I highlight the preciousness of these transient contributions.
Please note that delivery is not included in the price. Delivery costs will be the responsibility of the buyer. The delivery method and payment will be arranged with Parker Harris after purchase, and Parker Harris will contact all buyers once their purchase is complete. Buyers will not receive the work until after the exhibition at Wells Cathedral closes on Saturday 7 November 2026. Works can be collected from Wells Cathedral on Sunday 8 or Monday 9 November 2026, 9.30am–4.30pm.