Listen by Richard Burke is a bronze sculpture of a saw-whet owl, perched in stillness atop a stone base. Compact in form yet deeply expressive, the owl’s rounded features and softly modeled surface draw the viewer into a moment of quiet attention.
 
Burke’s sensitivity to avian character is evident in the subtle tilt of the head and the inward, contemplative gaze—less about observation, more about presence. The textured patina enhances the naturalistic quality of the piece, while the solid base grounds it with a sense of permanence and balance.
 
Both intimate and enduring, Listen invites a pause—a small but powerful reflection of the quiet intelligence found in the natural world.