Whaler One
ONE OF ONE
RECLAIMED DRIFTWOOD
28 × 10 × 6 IN.
ARTWORK DETAILS
Catalog Number: HC-003
Collection: The Hook
Series: Ocean Giants
Artist: John Libro
Edition: One of One
Materials: Reclaimed Driftwood
Dimensions: 28 × 10 × 6 in.
Year Completed: 2024
Availability: Available
ARTIST'S REFLECTION
"Whales have always inspired me—their grace, their power, their ancient wisdom. I wanted this piece to feel steady and timeless, like the whales themselves—moved by purpose, guided by instinct, and connected..."
Whale One - Signature Collection
CURATOR'S NOTE
Whaler One pays tribute to the great whales that once moved through these waters in vast, quiet rhythms. Its strong, grounded form and gentle presence reflect both the might and the mystery of these ocean giants.
Every piece of driftwood was shaped by the sea long before it came together here, carrying the memory of tides, storms, and distance. This sculpture honors their journey and the enduring spirit of the whales themselves.
ORIGIN
Collected along the New Jersey coastline.
Sea Bright, NJ