Fantasy Figure No 3 by Wilfred Pritchard, Bronze, Metal, Edition Signed and Numbered from edition of 9, 50cm high, 56cm wide, 26cm deep, Animals and Birds , Fantasy sculpture
Fantasy Figure No. 3 by Wilfred Pritchard blends abstraction and surrealism, presenting a fantastical horned creature that feels both ancient and otherworldly.
The figure’s form is uneven and expressive, with a body that swells, twists, and spikes out in unexpected places. Its three sturdy legs anchor it to the ground, giving the illusion of movement, as though the creature might shift or breathe at any moment. Rising above the chaotic mass, the head takes clearer shape: two pointed ears flank a pair of large, curled horns that curve inwards in dramatic arcs.
Despite the abstract rendering, there’s an unmistakable sense of character. The beast exudes presence and mystery, caught between menace and curiosity. Pritchard’s use of bronze enhances this ambiguity, the mottled surface glimmers with depth, emphasizing the sculpture’s raw, primal energy.
Created from gnarly branches and cast in bronze, the piece transitions between smooth and jagged areas invite the viewer to trace the form with their eyes, discovering new shapes and interpretations from every angle. The work feels alive, constantly shifting between figuration and abstraction.
Through Fantasy Figure No. 3, Pritchard transforms imagination into form, creating a being that defies clear definition yet radiates vitality, myth, and a touch of the surreal.
