Product Overview
Cast by the traditional lost-wax method and finished entirely by hand, this bronze dolphin presents brass dolphin school on a long wave base. a hand-applied patina gives the surface its depth, and the simplified planes keep the design readable in modern interiors. At 1580 × 300 × 660 mm, it is designed for lobby floors and large entrance surfaces.
Group compositions are arranged so each animal holds a different phase of the leap: one breaking out, one cresting, one diving back in. Seen together they animate the whole sculpture; seen from the side they stack into a single wave of bronze.
The finish is sealed against fingerprints and daily handling. On a lobby floor or large entrance surface, the piece works as a quiet anchor in the room — close enough to touch, solid enough to stay put, and simple to care for with a dry or slightly damp cloth.
Design Inspiration: Intelligence, Freedom and the Open Sea
Dolphins have meant good luck to sailors since antiquity — on Greek and Roman ships they were the friendly guides home — and today the whale carries a larger meaning still: depth, intelligence and the health of the oceans we share. Marine bronzes draw on that warmth, and the subjects need no explanation in any market: the arcing body above the wave says everything. This model captures the animal at the top of its arc, body extended, with the wave base taking the weight so the figure seems to leap out of the piece.
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.
Fins, flukes and beaks are the thin-section work: after casting they are checked for completeness, cleaned by hand and burnished so the edges brighten, while the bodies keep a softer matte tone.
Specifications
| Model No. | XL18A3-02 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 1580 × 300 × 660 mm (W × D × H) |
| Weight | 19.8 kg |
| Material | Bronze |
| Technique | Lost-wax casting |
| Finish | Hand-applied patina, sealed |
| Base | Wave-form base |
| 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, resort entrance halls and spa centers
- Sales centers and villa foyers near waterfronts
- Corporate reception backdrops
- Restaurant entrances and buffet features
- Atrium and gallery displays
Customization Options
TYART casts this model in-house, so size and finish can be adjusted to your project: the sculpture can be rescaled from the master mold, the patina can be matched to your interior palette, and engraved logos or dedication plaques can be added for corporate gifts. Send your target dimensions for an individual 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 dolphin or a whale model?
The listing title states the species of this model. The collection includes both dolphin groups and whale mother-and-calf pieces; if you are planning a marine-themed project, contact us and we will show you the full range.
2. Would this suit a spa, pool room or seaside property?
Very much so — marine bronzes are among our most requested subjects for resorts, spas and waterfront residences. The patina is sealed for indoor use; for covered outdoor spaces near salt air, ask us about the protective coating options in your quotation.
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. Is each sculpture exactly the same?
The casting comes from the same mold, so the form is consistent. The patina, however, is applied by hand, which means slight variations in tone between individual pieces — a normal characteristic of genuine cast bronze.
5. 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.
Request a Quote
Request a quote for XL18A3-02 — 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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