Covent Garden project with sculptor

David Worthington was commissioned to create a modern sculpture for public display in Covent Garden, London. His design comprised one large “boulder” and five smaller “pebbles,” each echoing the same organic form. The chosen material was Red Travertine from Iran, selected for its distinctive colour and natural surface character. After StoneGenie machining at Stoneworld, David hand-smoothed and polished each piece to achieve the final finish.

A key advantage of using StoneGenie on a project like this is its ability to handle large stone blocks at the outset, rapidly taking the initial carving to a controlled, manageable stage for the sculptor. Completing this roughing-out in the UK accelerates the workflow, improves coordination, and removes the complications of outsourcing early-stage shaping overseas. The result is a more reliable, efficient process, with the artist able to focus time and energy on the final surface and form.

If you’re planning a sculpture or public art commission and need support with stone selection, digital modelling, or large-format machining, we can help.
Call 01844 279274 or email sales@stoneworld.co.uk — our team will be happy to discuss your ideas.