Martin Heukeshoven’s sculptures are not for everyone. We love them here at Octane, but we’re sure many don’t. Let’s face it, they are full of the pain of degradation – little scenarios of neglect that are at odds with the collective aim of the historic car world.
One in particular has split opinions. ‘Not all onlookers or wealthy collectors understand my sense of humour; some can take it or leave it,’ Martin says. The work is of a Talbot Lago T150C, a wreck dumped on the bed of a river or lake, with the figure of a diver peering incredulously at its disintegrating carcass.
‘I got the idea from a Bugatti found in Lake Maggiore a few years ago, after it was displayed in Paris. But I changed the car to a…
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Octane (Digital) - 1 Issue, October 1, 2015