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A striking one-tonne bronze sculpture, titled ‘Struggles and Triumphs,’ has been installed at Longleat Safari Park in Wiltshire. This impressive artwork is a revolving piece created by Ronnie Wood, the guitarist for the Rolling Stones, who has been passionate about painting and drawing since childhood. The sculpture depicts a man and a horse and is now displayed in the estate’s Secret Garden, enhancing the park’s artistic offerings.
Ronnie Wood explained that the sculpture originated from a smaller version he made during a single afternoon and was later cast in bronze. “This has given me so much enjoyment as I rarely venture into sculpture. It means a lot to have it here at Longleat,” he said. Wood, a classically trained artist from Ealing Art College, completed the piece in one continuous session. He added, “It came about on a whim as I love horses,” and shared how the foundry suggested making the sculpture rotatable, a feature he found brilliant.
Representatives from Longleat expressed their excitement over the addition of Wood’s sculpture to the park. A spokesman described it as “one of his incredible sculptures,” while Ceawlin Thynn, the 8th Marquess of Bath, expressed delight that the artwork now has a home in Longleat. “It is in an area which is just perfect for it – it looks like it was made to be there,” he commented. His wife, Emma Thynn, Marchioness of Bath, praised the sculpture as “beautiful,” noting how its colors will shift with the changing seasonal light.
Both Wood and Lady Bath serve as ambassadors for Tusk, an African wildlife conservation charity. Their connection began at a Tusk fundraising event, where Lady Bath purchased an art piece created by Wood’s wife. Wood’s involvement with Tusk stems from his wish for future generations, including his own children, to experience iconic wildlife such as rhinos, lions, and tigers. Reflecting on the importance of conservation efforts, Wood stated, “Longleat is wonderful. Conservation of these animals is so important to protect them for the future.”
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