Product Overview
Model XL20A1-22 is built around a single image: mahogany-brown elephant herd walking in a line. The piece is hollow-cast by the traditional lost-wax method, then patinated and sealed by hand, so a hand-applied patina sits over crisp, hand-chased detail. At 673 × 120 × 196 mm, it is sized for desks, shelves and console tops.
The volumes are kept simple and architectural: a broad head, a strong columnar leg structure, and a back that runs in one long line. The trunk is where the model shows its finesse — tapering, flexible-looking, and modeled with fine wrinkle relief that catches the patina.
The finish is sealed against fingerprints and daily handling. On a desk, shelf or console top, 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: Wisdom, Memory and Good Fortune
The elephant means good luck on nearly every continent: a raised trunk showering fortune in Asian tradition, Ganesha clearing obstacles in India, and in the West an animal that stands for memory, patience and steadfast family bonds — the one that never forgets. That universal welcome is why elephant sculptures are among the most gifted pieces for openings and housewarmings anywhere. This bronze translates the animal’s calm mass into clean sculptural volumes: the head, shoulders and flanks are broad and quiet, while the trunk and ears carry the gesture and detail.
Craftsmanship: Lost-Wax Casting and Hand Patina
The piece is produced by the traditional lost-wax method. Wax is modelled from the master, invested in a ceramic shell and burnt out, and molten bronze is poured into the cavity, so the finished casting is a hollow bronze shell rather than a solid block — lighter to handle, easier to place, and true to the way fine bronzes have been made for centuries. After casting, the surface is chased and polished by hand, then patinated in layered tones and sealed.
The trunk and ears are the finishing focus: wrinkle lines are cut by hand in shallow relief, the ear edges are thinned and burnished, and the skin texture is kept subtle so the large volumes stay clean.
Specifications
| Model No. | XL20A1-22 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 673 × 120 × 196 mm (W × D × H) |
| Weight | 2.8 kg |
| Material | Bronze |
| Technique | Lost-wax casting |
| Finish | Hand-applied patina, sealed |
| Placement | Indoor |
| Customization | Size, patina color, logo engraving on request |
Applications
With its compact size, the sculpture suits desks, shelves and console tops. Typical placements include:
- Office desks and entry cabinets as a luck symbol
- Bookshelves and display niches
- Reception counters and shop counters
- Curio cabinets
- Opening and housewarming gifts
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
Each sculpture is wrapped in protective foam, boxed and packed in a reinforced export carton. Small orders ship by express courier, while bulk project orders ship by sea freight. Packaging photos, shipping options and lead times are provided together with the quotation.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Should I choose a raised trunk or a walking elephant?
Raised-trunk elephants are the traditional luck-showering choice for entrances and gift occasions; walking elephants read calmer and suit living spaces and lounge settings. Both carry the same symbolism of wisdom and stability, so the choice is mostly about the mood of your space.
2. Do you have mother-and-calf or herd versions?
Yes — the collection includes mother-and-calf pairs and walking herds. For lobby projects, matched groups placed along an entrance axis work especially well; contact us with your floor plan and we will suggest sizes and spacing.
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. 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 XL20A1-22 — 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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