Product Overview
Cast by the traditional lost-wax method and finished entirely by hand, this bronze elephant presents golden elephant with trunk raised on a black base. a hand-applied patina gives the surface its depth, and the simplified planes keep the design readable in modern interiors. At 370 × 200 × 510 mm, it is sized for sideboards, consoles and reception counters.
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.
Because every surface is patinated by hand before sealing, the finish has depth: brighter where the forms rise, deeper in the hollows. Placed on sideboards, consoles and reception counters, the sculpture reads as a lived-in bronze object rather than a plated ornament, and it keeps its tone with nothing more than routine dusting.
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
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 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. | XLA4-37 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 370 × 200 × 510 mm (W × D × H) |
| Weight | 7 kg |
| Material | Bronze |
| Technique | Lost-wax casting |
| Finish | Hand-applied patina, sealed |
| Base | Black-finished base |
| Placement | Indoor |
| Customization | Size, patina color, logo engraving on request |
Applications
The sculpture is sized for furniture-top display. Typical placements include:
- Living room consoles and sideboards
- Hotel lounge tables and corridor alcoves
- Company reception areas
- Showroom displays on plinths
- Tea rooms and study interiors
Customization Options
As the manufacturer, TYART supports full customization on this model: rescaling from the original master mold, alternative patina colors (verdigris green, warm brown, antique gold, two-tone finishes), and logo engraving for project or gift orders. Share your project scene and budget, and our design team will recommend the most suitable version.
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. 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.
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 XLA4-37 — 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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