'LADDER RIDERS II'

The Ladder that these people are riding on might have originally been inanimate, but it has come to life and is running along by alternately jumping between its hands and feet. This causes an energetic lolloping action, as it curves and flexes its long ladder back, and the riders have to adjust themselves in order to balance on each step of the stride. As the ladder rears up on its hind feet the riders have to sit up, and as it plunges forwards onto its hands the riders must lean backwards. The rider at the front of Ladder II is hanging on behind her, as that point is now vertical, and the second rider is able to sit up for a moment as the curve in the ladder leaves her portion flat for a moment. They all seem quite happy with their activity, and the riders are carrying it off with style. It is unclear what the ladder thinks about it all. This sculpture is made of a beautiful translucent British eco-resin, which allows for interesting glimpses through to the armature, or internal struc