Jaguar to sculpt C-X16 clay model live in London

Jaguar is set to send a team of its clay modelers out to Clerkenwell Design Week to work on a full-size model of its C-X16 concept car in a display of the skills involved in sculpting and vehicle design.

Julian Thomson, Advanced Design Director, Jaguar, said: "Jaguar is one of the most technologically advanced companies in the field of product development but we still believe in the sense of artistry.

"Emotional connections are at the heart of our vehicles and the traditional process of working with clay with some of the best sculptors in the world allows us to refine them into the purest surfaces," he added.

Three bespoke sculptures representing the past, present and future of Jaguar will be joining the C-X16 clay model, commissioned by Thomson. Two Jaguar designers painted the sculptures, with the artwork being based on the hoods of an E-type, C-X16 and C-X75.

Clerkenwell Design Week will run from today until Thursday with Jaguar's offerings found in the Farmiloe Building. For free entry register at the Clerkenwell Design Week website.

By Rufus Thompson