Product Overview
This hound bronze takes large brass hound in a hotel lobby as its subject and edits everything else away — no clutter, no fuss, just the gesture and the mass of the animal carried in hollow-cast bronze. a hand-applied patina is applied by hand and sealed. At 1000 × 650 × 880 mm, it is designed for lobby floors and large entrance surfaces.
The body is a long double curve — neck into back into tail — with the legs set at a working stance. Surface detail stays minimal; the ribcage and haunch are suggested by broad planes, and the ears and tail carry the fine work.
The patina is built up in layers and sealed, which means tone varies slightly from piece to piece — the mark of genuine hand finishing rather than a sprayed imitation. On a lobby floor or large entrance surface, it holds its own without competing with the furniture around it, and it needs no more care than an occasional soft-cloth dusting.
Design Inspiration: The Loyal Companion, Drawn in Line
Hound breeds were drawn for centuries for their line, and that is exactly what bronze does best — the same economy of line that made sighthounds favorites of poster designers and sculptors alike. The design keeps the musculature honest but smooths the surface so the silhouette carries the piece; the head and ears carry the character. As a gift it needs no explanation in any market: everyone knows what a dog stands for.
Craftsmanship: Lost-Wax Casting and Hand Patina
Casting begins with the original master model. A wax copy is coated in ceramic, fired, and replaced with molten bronze in the lost-wax method our foundry has used for years. The hollow-cast bronze is then fettled and finished by hand — seams removed, detail sharpened, surface evened — before the patina is built up in successive washes and sealed to protect the tone. Small variations between pieces are the signature of hand finishing, not a defect.
The head is the craft focus: muzzle planes, ear folds and eye lines are refined by hand, because at eye level that is where visitors look first.
Specifications
| Model No. | XL17A4-25 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 1000 × 650 × 880 mm (W × D × H) |
| Material | Bronze |
| Technique | Lost-wax casting |
| Finish | Hand-applied patina, sealed |
| Placement | Indoor |
| Customization | Size, patina color, logo engraving on request |
Applications
With its size and weight, the sculpture is designed for floor placement and large surfaces. Typical placements include:
- Hotel lobbies and entrance halls as a signature piece
- Sales centers and villa foyers
- Corporate reception backdrops
- Restaurant entrances
- Gallery and exhibition plinths
Customization Options
Customization is handled in our own workshop. Common requests include rescaling the model up or down, changing the patina tone (for example from green to antique gold), adding a different base finish, and engraving a logo for hotel or gift orders. Lead time depends on size; we confirm it together with the quotation.
Packaging & Delivery
Because of its size, this sculpture is packed in a foam-lined wooden crate for export shipping, with the casting braced at its contact points. Freight is quoted by sea or express air depending on urgency and destination port. Packaging photos and lead times are provided with the quotation.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is this a specific breed?
The model follows the sighthound/hound type named in the listing — long legs, deep chest, level topline — rendered as sculpture rather than a portrait of one dog. If you need a specific breed for a project, ask us about commissioned work.
2. Is it suitable for a lobby floor?
Yes — the larger size is designed for floor placement in lobbies and foyers. The casting is weighted low for floor placement and stands stably on hard flooring; we recommend a felt pad under the feet to protect delicate stone surfaces.
3. Can I order this piece in a different color?
Yes. The finish shown is the standard patina of this model, but the same sculpture can be produced in other tones — warm brown, antique gold, verdigris green or a custom two-tone patina. Hand patina is our standard process, so an alternative finish does not significantly affect lead time.
4. What is the MOQ?
We work with both single-piece orders and bulk project orders. Contact us with your quantity and destination port for an accurate quotation and lead time.
5. How is the sculpture packed for shipping?
Each piece is wrapped in protective foam and packed in a reinforced export carton; larger pieces travel in a foam-lined wooden crate. Wooden crates are standard for project shipments.
Request a Quote
Request a quote for XL17A4-25 — tell us your quantity, destination and customization requirements, and our team will reply with pricing and lead time within 24 hours. Contact TYART Bronze or browse more works in our animal bronze sculpture collection.
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