Dimensions
46 x 60.2 x 29.5 inch (H*L*W) approximately 440lbs
117 x 153 x 75 cm (H*L*W) approximately 200kgs
Medium
Bronze
Style
Contemporary Sculpture, Wildlife, Activist Art
Edition Number
/3
Description
Sattao's Story
On 18th March 2017 KWS received a number of reports from visitors about a tiny orphaned baby elephant wandering alone and abandoned, very thin and with predator bites on his back legs. Our Keepers based at our Voi relocation unit were informed, as was the DSWT/KWS Tsavo Mobile Veterinary Unit and the DSWT/KWS De-Snaring Team operating within that area. The Rescue Team located the calf after a short search and it became clear that he was in desperate need of rescuing, and in fact with the infamous Tsavo lions plentiful in that area, it was a miracle that he was still alive. Small predators (we suspect jackals), had attacked his rear end and hind legs and hence due to his wounds coupled by poor condition, it was evident that we needed to respond fast. The reason behind him being abandoned remains a mystery, but there had been a couple of poaching causalities in the area around this time and it is possible that one of these victims was his mother. What often happens in such situations is that the calf remains with the herd, but as it loses strength due to a lack of milk, the herd is forced to abandon it when it can no longer keep up due to its weakened state. This is more than likely what transpired in this baby’s case, because he was incredibly thin and dehydrated when eventually found. It is hard to imagine how frightened and stressed he must have been, all alone in such a hostile environment!
This is a sculpture that represents more than orphaned calves. This is a yearlong celebration of hope and strength for the generation who will grow up into the healthy and supported elephants of tomorrow thanks to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. The future of their species in the wild relies on this young generation being strong. Strength we can all help to provide. Because by December next year, when this sculpture leaves London, they’ll have only 19 years left to defy the odds with another generation to follow. This is a sculpture for positive change. One we won’t let become a memorial.
Sattao is part of Gillie and Marc's exhibition - The Orphans.
If you purchase him, 30% will go directly to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.
> You can also adopt Sattao here
The elephants of tomorrow...
Artwork Features
Gillie and Marc love working in bronze for many reasons. Bronze is a very hardy material and will last forever. As experts in coloring bronze, Gillie and Marc enjoy experimenting with their sculptures, adding a splash of color to brighten the work, making it even more unique. > Read more
For every purchase of a bronze sculpture you will receive a certificate of authenticity, titled, signed, dated and editioned by the artists.
Care Instructions
Bronze is very easy to clean, allowing you to enjoy your precious sculpture with minimal upkeep. > Read more
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Give Back to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
With every edition purchased, Gillie and Marc will proudly donate 30% of proceeds to support the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.
The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (SWT) is one of East Africa’s oldest and most pioneering conservation charities. Protecting elephants is at the heart of what we do, operating the most successful orphan elephant rescue and rehabilitation program in the world. But we do far more beyond this critical project. From Anti-Poaching to Mobile Veterinary Units, Aerial Surveillance to Saving Habitats and Community Outreach to Water for Wildlife, we work to give hope to Africa’s wild animals and habitats and secure a safe and bright future for wildlife and those people living alongside wild species.
For more information, visit www.sheldrickwildlifetrust.org