Rutting Rams (Fighting Impala Rams)- Solid Bronze on Granite Sculpture - Limited Edition of 30

During Rutting season (around April to May) Impala Rams become very territorial and will challenge other rams. They stake out possible mating territories and herd groups of females which they guard jealously from rivals. During this time, they will viciously lock horns and generate barking sounds that one would never consider could come from such a delicate looking creature. I’ve known the bushveld my whole life and have been fortunate enough to see these displays up close. The rams become completely blinded by their desire to fight. They will unknowingly leap in front of game vehicles and quadbikes without even noticing them. Being this close to nature without disturbing it truly gave me the chance to observe their delicate dance. As skilled as a couple of fencing masters, they stay just out of reach of their opponent’s sharp and deadly horns. Their hooves become a blur of movement and the bushveld is filled with the occasional clang as horn meets horn. As an artist, I wanted to capture this dance in all its glory. Two rams, stuck in a battle for all eternity. This art piece is limited to 30 copies.