Inertia by Mark Goodchild, Upcycled Steel, Kinetic, Unique, 1.2 Tonne, 310cm high, 250cm wide, 250cm deep, Globe, Earth, Planet, World, Terra, Gaia, Blue Planet, Map, Terrestrial Globe, Moving Sculpture

This piece by Mark Goodchild is a powerful statement in contemporary sculpture. The monumental globe form created with recycled steel and found objects, melds industrial materiality with poetic physicality.

At over 310 cm tall and weighing around 1.2 tonnes, Inertia stands as both a sculptural landmark and a tactile exploration of motion and rest.

The word inertia means the tendency of an object to remain at rest or in uniform motion unless acted on by an external force. This idea resonates deeply with the sculpture’s design. Although monumental in scale, the spherical form can be gently moved by hand like a terrestrial globe. This invites interaction while also hinting at the forces that keep our planet spinning through space.

This concept of resistance to change, both literal and metaphorical, is reflected in the work’s rugged composition. Each piece of steel retains traces of its former life. Inertia embodies the balance between stability and change, inviting contemplation of movement, environment, and our relationship to the physical world.

Whether displayed in a garden, courtyard, or large interior space, this piece commands attention and stimulates reflection. It is a sculptural centrepiece that is as thought-provoking as it is visually striking.