The Beginning by Richard Jack, Portland Limestone, Unique, 134cm high by 22cm wide by 22cm deep, Abstract, Body, Figurative, Love, Female sculpture

Carved white stone sculpture of a figure emerging from the rock.

The Beginning by Richard Jack is a compelling and emotive abstract figurative sculpture carved from a single block of Portland limestone. Measuring 134cm high by 22cm wide and 22 cm deep, this unique work showcases Jack’s mastery of form, texture, and the poetic potential of stone.

The sculpture depicts a female figure seemingly emerging from the raw limestone, as if being born from the rock itself. Smooth, flowing contours of the body contrast beautifully with the rough, untouched surfaces surrounding it, emphasizing the transformation from natural stone to refined form. This interplay between polished and raw textures evokes themes of creation, growth, and the emergence of life.

The artist’s abstraction of the human body retains an intimate and expressive quality, capturing the grace, strength, and sensuality of the feminine form while leaving enough ambiguity for personal interpretation. The Beginning also conveys a sense of love, intimacy, and human connection, reflected in the gentle curvature and balanced proportions of the figure.

Polished to reveal the subtle veining and luminosity of the Portland limestone, the sculpture draws attention to both material and form, creating a harmonious blend of physical presence and emotional resonance. This work is not only a celebration of the human body but also a meditation on creation, emergence, and the timeless beauty of stone.