Ahab's Bane
ONE OF ONE
RECLAIMED DRIFTWOOD
57 × 27 × 20 IN.
ARTWORK DETAILS
Catalog Number: HC-009
Collection: The Hook
Series: Ocean Giants
Artist: John Libro
Edition: One of One
Materials: Reclaimed Driftwood
Dimensions: 42 × 10 × 6 in.
Year Completed: 2025
Availability: Available
ARTIST’S REFLECTION
“Some pieces just feel larger than life from the moment I start putting them together. This whale carried that feeling—strong, steady, and full of quiet power. He reminded me that even the gentlest giants deserve our respect.”
— J. Libro
Ahab's Bane - Signature Collection
CURATOR’S NOTE
The Big Guy commands attention. Bold, powerful, and unmistakable, this sculpture pays tribute to the largest animal ever to grace our planet.
Its massive form speaks to both the whale’s immense presence and the ocean’s boundless mystery. John Libro’s thoughtful use of reclaimed driftwood captures strength and serenity in perfect balance— an enduring reminder of the giants that roam beneath the waves.
ORIGIN
Sandy Hook, NJ
LAT: 40.4629° N LONG: 74.0007° W
Sea Bright, NJ
LAT: 40.3615° N LONG: 73.9746° W