This dynamic kinetic sculpture by renowned British sculptor Lynn Chadwick relates to a small and elite series of works where Chadwick explored bringing movement to his static sculpture.

Crouching in the same stance as his instantly recognisable Beasts that first appear in the 1950s, Rocker is part animal part mechanical construction, a combination that gives the viewer to bring to the work their own interpretation.

An interest in kinetics and movement runs through Lynn Chadwick’s career. From the first mobiles commissioned by architect Rodney Thomas to decorate trade stands in the ‘50s, to ‘Ace of Diamonds’ - one of the last pieces Chadwick created, he combines his engineers mind with his creative hands to create elegant works that are all beautifully poised.

Lynn Chadwick first came to international prominence in 1952 when he was included in the British Council’s New Aspects of British Sculpture exhibition for the XXVI Venice Biennale alongside Kenneth Armitage, Reg Butler, Bernard Meadows, Geoffrey Clarke, Robert Adam, William Turnbull and Eduardo Paolozzi. The following year he was one of the twelve semi-finalists for the Unknown Political Prisoner International Sculpture Competition and went on to win the International Prize for sculpture at the 1956 Venice Biennale, beating Giacometti. Many honours and awards followed this period and his work was widely collected both privately and by major institutions globally. In 1964, he was awarded a CBE and in 2001 was elected a Royal Academician. A major retrospective of his work was held at Tate Britain, London in 2003. His work can be found in prestigious public and private collections around the globe. Pangolin London are delighted to have worked closely with the artist’s estate for many years.