Strange Cargo III by Dave Morris, Stone, Unique, 90cm high by 130cm wide by 45cm deep, sculpture
This piece by Dave Morris is a charming stone sculpture that captures a simple yet timeless theme. Measuring 90cm high, 130cm wide, and 45cm deep, this unique piece celebrates nature’s harvest in an artful way.
At first glance, you see a sturdy basket carved from solid stone. Its surface shows careful chisel marks, hinting at the artist’s hand and patience. Nestled inside this stone basket lies an assortment of vegetables. Gourds dominate the arrangement. Some curve gently, while others stack together, creating an organic jumble of shapes and textures.
Each gourd feels distinct. Some appear smooth and round, others slightly knotted or ribbed. Together, they evoke the feeling of an overflowing market stall or a freshly gathered harvest from a garden. This sense of abundance gives Strange Cargo III its warmth and character.
The sculpture balances decoration and storytelling. It reminds viewers of age-old traditions, harvesting, sharing, and gathering food for family and community. The stone medium contrasts beautifully with the soft, organic forms of the vegetables.
Placed indoors or outdoors, this piece draws the eye and invites touch. Its solid weight grounds it, yet the shapes feel lively and full of hidden stories. Dave Morris turns a simple basket of vegetables into something enduring. With Strange Cargo III, he shows how the ordinary can become quietly extraordinary when carved with care and intention.
