Chinese Dragon

The dragon is one of those subjects that could easily tip into kitsch, but David Meredith keeps it grounded — this is a serious piece of miniature sculpture, with the creature coiled and detailed in solid foundry-cast bronze. At just 4 cm wide and barely 1 cm deep, it has a low, compact presence that makes it ideal for a shelf, a desk, or tucked beside a bonsai. The deep brown patina suits it well — there's nothing gaudy about this dragon. A distinctive gift for anyone who appreciates mythology, East Asian art, or simply something a little different.

Height: 3 cm / 1.2" · Width: 4 cm / 1.5" · Depth: 1 cm / 0.4"

Please note that all our tiny bronzes are cast and finished by hand. This may mean that there are slight differences in the colour of the patina, and sometimes you may find small inconsistencies in the cast, e.g. a minuscule air bubble or slight abrasion marks where the finished castings have been fettled (filed). These differences won't detract from the beauty of your miniature sculpture; if anything they will show, without a doubt, that these pieces are all individually handmade.

Bronze Sculpture FAQs

How should I keep my miniature sculpture in tip top condition?

These tiny bronze sculptures are so easy to care for: they have been given a dark brown wax coating over their natural brassy colour, and will need nothing more than a gentle wipe with a soft cloth to keep the dust off.

What's the difference between foundry-cast and hot-cast?

Absolutely nothing. They're two different terms for the same thing: molten bronze is poured into a mould and left to cool before being removed and finished.

What about cold-cast, is that the same?

No, cold-casting is a different method, in which bronze powder is mixed with resin and poured into a moud to set. There is no heat involved, and the finished product is significantly lighter (and cheaper) than a foundry-cast bronze piece. At Alcove Art, all of our pieces are foundry-cast.

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