Generation, William Harling, Resin, Edition of 3, 60cm high, 444cm wide 444cm deep
This piece by William Harling is a monumental, floor-based sculpture that captures the imagination. Sixteen identical, alien-like figures lie on their backs in a wide, precise circular formation. Each figure, sculpted in smooth, highly finished resin, has a surface that feels both tactile and distant. The forms shimmer between familiarity and strangeness, encouraging closer inspection.
Harling draws on the human figure but pushes it toward abstraction. Elongated limbs, featureless faces, and fluid contours suggest beings from another world. The repetition of the figures creates a hypnotic effect, reinforcing ideas of unity, replication, and collective identity. Viewers are drawn into the circle, experiencing a push and pull between individuality and sameness.
At its core, Generation is a bold statement on the fragility, adaptability, and mystery of life. Whether viewed as a portrait of humanity, an imagining of life elsewhere, or a meditation on existence itself, the piece resonates on multiple levels.
Delivery & Installation
The Sculpture Park will be in contact after purchase to arrange a delivery date. Delivery will require at least 2 people, which will be provided by The Sculpture Park wherever possible. We can provide an installation service upon request, email Sian at sian@thesculpturepark.com to discuss details. Delivery and installation will be provided by The Sculpture Park for mainland Great Britain, excluding the Channel Islands, Scottish Highlands and Republic of Ireland. A mainland courier company will handle any onward shipping.
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