Sculpture by Stefan Mager 505 Artworks Sold

Gloamstrider

Ceramic, Other

21cm (W) x 32cm (H) x 6cm (D)

Certificate of Authenticity Included
A$440

Artwork Description

The Gloamstrider is a ceramic sculpture with a luminous electric eye that blends humour, imagination, and mythic presence. Its copper oxide surface, layered with melted white glaze, creates a rich and textured finish, while vivid red accents on the hands, feet, and crown add a bold vibrancy. The glowing blue LED eye becomes its central mystery — a beacon that suggests unseen realms and hidden journeys.
The name Gloamstrider captures its essence: “gloam” evokes the twilight realm between day and night, between known and unknown, while “strider” gives the figure movement and intent. This is not a passive observer, but a being that walks purposefully through liminal spaces where secrets dwell. There’s a sense of myth and omen here — as if this creature gathers knowledge from the shifting world, a witness to both the ordinary and the extraordinary in those dusky hours where magic still lingers.
Signed on the back and fully freestanding, The Gloamstrider is designed for easy display on a shelf, desk, or sideboard. Its solid base ensures stability, while its character makes it a striking conversation piece — part guardian, part trickster, part silent storyteller.
Light and Power
The glowing LED eye is powered by two hidden batteries that typically last for a year, requiring little upkeep. Its steady light adds to the sculpture’s enigmatic aura, casting it as a sentinel of twilight hours.

Artist Bio

I transform simple, unassuming materials into sculptures that engage the senses and stir curiosity. Inspired by the Japanese embrace of imperfection, transience, and incompleteness, my work seeks authenticity in form and feeling.

The vibrant subtropical landscape I call home infuses my pieces with colour and vitality. I aim for clarity and directness, creating works that are tactile, approachable, and quietly uplifting.

In a complex world, I value simplicity. My sculptures invite interaction, offering moments of connection and lightness. Each piece reflects my own creative path and is made to bring moments of joy to those who experience it.