The series titled Enclosed: Tracing a Name Unmade grew from Rebecca’s fascination tracing the names and initials carved into 18th century desk tops by former pupils of her primary school - Sir John Moore - in Appleby Magna. She found herself questioning: who was J. Wright and what was his story? The series was created in response to discovering the Wright family’s rural riches to rags story. The collection explores the devastating impact of Enclosure across generations. From wealthy yeoman, Richard Wright (d.1682), to struggling agricultural labourer, John Wright (b.1781). Through the use of unfired porcelain, Rebecca hopes to reflect the fragility of the family’s social standing and economic stability. 

The ceramic series is composed of four sculpted porcelain works of varying sizes featuring three free-standing forms and one hanging piece. Layered strips of paper porcelain were textured with hand carved hawthorn and smocked linen, connecting each piece with the history and traditions of 18th century rural life. The process of developing this work created a connection with J.Wright, the boy who made his mark, transcending centuries. It opened up the opportunity to remember individuals from a forgotten social order and suppressed social upheaval.