Bite & Bite II

The seamless transition from a perfect sphere into parabolic mirror inlays creates a fascinating optical illusion in these unusual modern garden sculptures.

Bite and Bite II blend together morphing materials, demonstrating a playful interplay between concave and convex surfaces, as well as varying metals, textures and finishes.

Variations & finishes

1. Stainless steel & Copper

Mirror-polished stainless steel and verdigris copper

3. Stainless Steel & Oxidised Steel

Mirror-polished stainless steel with oxidised steel

Bite and Bite II are available in one size with larger sizes available on request. These sculptures do not have integral lighting.

Available standard size

Bite and Bite II come in the size 90cm. Other sizes available upon request.

Available finishes

Stainless Steel and Copper, Stainless Steel and Mild Steel

Example scale

90cm
(Model scale: 180cm)

Design details

The original Bite garden sculpture is created from verdigris copper spheres, with three concave curves of mirror-polished stainless steel – or bites – to draw the viewer in and reflect the surroundings.

Bite II features two offset conical faces of mirror-polished stainless steel which meet in the middle to create a mirrored vortex of distorted reflections.

Skilled welding of copper and stainless steel is meticulously carried out to ensure a seamless transition between the materials.

The sculpture has no integral lighting, and needs to be lit externally or with ambient lighting.

Product information

David Harber provides a steel tube which is cast into the ground by the client at the desired location and secured with a concrete foundation. Bite is then fixed onto the tube once the concrete has been cured.

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

The copper 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 but only with warm water and a soft cloth to remove any detritus. Use of any abrasive cleaner will damage the finish and must be avoided. More specifically, to clean the stainless steel, wipe the mirror-polished surface very gently with a soft, damp microfibre cloth or tissue.

Maintenance instructions will be issued on installation.