upshot of sentinel interior reflective surfaces

Slate Sentinel

Two elegantly poised halves in a state of implausible balance.

Variations & finishes

1. Stainless Steel & Slate

Mirror-polished Stainless Steel and Welsh slate

Sentinel is available in one size with larger sizes available on request. This sculpture is lit with a warm white LED.

Available standard size

Sentinel comes in the size 180cm. Other sizes available upon request.

Available finishes

Stainless Steel and Slate

Example scale

180cm
(Model scale: 180cm)

Design details

Sentinel explores how two bodies can co-exist in close proximity without touching.

mesmerising reflection created within sentinel mirror-polish

Sentinel’s two halves are split vertically by two internal faces of marine-grade polished steel, creating kaleidoscopic reflections in the mirrored surfaces.

The sculpture’s outer shell is fashioned from a tall ovoid crafted from hundreds of shards of tactile Welsh slate.

At night, Sentinel comes alive thanks to uplighters at its footing.

The classic design is created using Welsh slate, however there is always the option to create a customised version using an alternative stone such as marble.

Product information

David Harber will provide a piece of conduit and drawcord for the electric supply which is cast into the ground by the client at the desired location and secured with a concrete foundation. Once the concrete has been cured, Slate Sentinel is fixed in place with a base plate.

Installation and delivery are included in the price for UK commissions, and for overseas shipping quotes can be obtained and charged at cost.

The finishes used on Slate Sentinel will exhibit some natural weathering with age, however, periodic cleaning will help preserve its beauty. We would recommend that it be cleaned at least once a year with only warm water and a soft cloth to remove any detritus.

Hose the slate with water and brush gently. Do not pressure wash it as the water might get in and damage the electrics inside. To clean the stainless steel, wipe the mirror-polished surface very gently with a soft, damp microfiber cloth or tissue. Use of any abrasive cleaner will damage the finish and must be avoided.

Maintenance instructions will be issued on installation.