Jonathan Baldock: 0.1%

The British artist’s distinctive sculptural installations are formed from natural materials such as hessian wool, clay, wood and metal. Together they blend colour, texture, scent, sound and humour. Influenced by myth, folklore and paganism, Baldock’s work reimagines queer and working-class histories, uncovering hidden narratives. Central to the installation and inspired by the Roman artefacts discovered on the site, is a personal relic of Baldock’s, the remnants of an early clay sculpture he made for his mother. Cast in bronze from a 3D scan and adorned with semi-precious gems, the supersized form completes a monumental Mother Goddess sculpture, contrasting with the male-centric Mithras religion below. Discussing his installation, Baldock comments: “Stories of the past help us to understand the world, and foster connection.” The artist continues, “0.1% refers to the small genetic difference that unites humanity. The installation explores support structures and ideas of family, both biological and chosen, emphasising our interconnectedness and interdependence.”