Mother Whale and Calf

Product Overview

Among TYART’s animal bronzes, this whale stands out for the way a hand-applied patina plays over its forms: silver-speckled whale mother and calf with gold bellies. The modelling is calm and confident, built from broad planes that catch light along the silhouette. At 830 × 250 × 550 mm, it is designed for lobby floors and large entrance surfaces.

The body is a single flowing spindle — no hard edges anywhere — so light runs nose to tail in one highlight. Fins and flukes are thinned at the edges, and the wave base is modeled as long rolled forms rather than detailed foam, keeping the piece calm at a distance.

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

Few subjects make a lobby feel welcoming as quickly as a dolphin or a whale: the dolphin is playfulness and good omen, the sailors’ guardian since ancient Greece, and the whale is calm depth — a favorite of families and ocean-lovers. The design follows the real swimmers: spindle-smooth bodies, fins set at working angles, and a wave base that reads as moving water without becoming fussy. Whale mother-and-calf groups add a note of care that suits clinics, family resorts and homes.

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.	XL17A3-44
Dimensions	830 × 250 × 550 mm (W × D × H)
Weight	11.4 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 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

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 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. 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 XL17A3-44 — 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.