Heron

The grey heron is one of those birds that seems almost too prehistoric to be real — long-necked, patient, absolutely motionless until it isn't. David Meredith has captured that coiled stillness perfectly, and despite measuring less than 6cm from beak to tail, this sculpture feels every bit as watchful as the real thing. Solid and surprisingly weighty in the hand at 15 grams.

Foundry-cast and hand-finished with a rich dark patina. A wonderful gift for anyone who loves waterways, wildlife, or fine sculpture in miniature.

Height: 3.7 cm / 1.5" · Width: 1.8 cm / 0.75" · Depth: 5.5 cm / 2.16"

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 (a term meaning filing the sprue off the casting). 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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