The Derby Ram

This sculpture drew inspiration from an ancient ballad that consisted of verses referring to outlandish claims regarding the a scale and potency of a mythical creature ...'The Derby Ram', including the extent of its fleece, the size of its horns, its eyes and the even the amount of blood it issued upon its slaughter. A powerful, mischievous and proud creature but also enigmatic and capable of surprises. (Stone: Derbyshire Millstone Grit) "The Wool upon his back, Sir, Reached up unto the sky, The Eagles made their nests there, Sir, For I heard the young ones cry!"...... "The space between his horns, Sir, Was as far as a man could reach, And there they built a pulpit For the Parson there to preach!"