Bronze Tortoise
£499.00
This is our mid-size bronze tortoise.
Dimensions: L47cm x H18cm x W36cm
Weight: 9.5kg
Material: Bronze
Patina: Brown
Delivery: 4 – 10 days (depending on location)
With intricate detail and a slightly open mouth, this medium-sized bronze tortoise statue looks lovely wandering across lawns or patios. Handmade with the traditional ‘lost wax’ method for casting metal, this is a great piece of craftsmanship that adds a unique interest to your garden.
The bronze tortoise is happy to stay outdoors all year round and is resistant to corrosion, rust and frost. Due to the patina and finish of the metal, the statue looks especially lovely when the sunlight comes to rest on it. Leave to let the elements naturally weather or clean and wax once or twice a year to keep the initial appearance. Our tortoise statues come in different sizes and make a great investment that will last for a lifetime.
Dimensions: L47cm x H18cm x W36cm
Weight: 9.5kg
Material: Bronze
Patina: Brown
Delivery 4-10 days depending on location
how our bronze tortoise is made
Our bronze tortoise is handmade using the ‘lost wax’ casting process. This is a traditional method for casting metal that dates back to 3000 BC. It’s a long and labour intensive process but the results are worth it. The lost wax method consistently delivers high quality, detailed pieces. All our statues are finished by experienced craftsmen and glazed using a hot patina and wax.
Bronze is a metal alloy with high copper content. It is resistant to corrosion, extremely hardy and very tough. If cared for properly it will stand the test of time in different weather conditions. Depending on its position and the degree to which it is exposed to the elements, the colour of your bronze statue may change slightly over time. This is perfectly normal for bronze as it oxidizes when exposed to air or other chemicals. You can however maintain its original appearance with minimal effort. We recommend cleaning and waxing statues once or twice a year.
