Josh Olley b. 1972
Blood From Stone, 2026
NZ Argillite
166 x 70 x 60 cm
unique 2026
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T he work depicts a man’s hand endeavouring to squeeze blood from stone — a metaphor for perseverance and tenacity. “As an artist, the challenge of raising my family through...
The work depicts a man’s hand endeavouring to squeeze blood from stone — a metaphor for perseverance and tenacity.
“As an artist, the challenge of raising my family through stone sculpture has, at times, felt impossible — yet I feel I have achieved this. This work is an encouragement to others to tackle the seemingly impossible.”
– Josh Olley. 2025
The hand is sculpted true to form, embodying strength, tenacity, and determination. The sculpture is carved from a single stone block, ensuring unity of material and form.