When we first saw this bronze horse statue, we were all captivated by its realistic colours and strong muscles. Unlike previous horse statues, this statue is so dazzling in size and design that it is impossible to take your eyes off it. It is a flamboyant presence, perfect as a city landmark statue to attract visitors.
The hardness of the bronze material we use. The bronze material we use is hard, corrosion-resistant and long-lasting. It is easy to preserve and will not fall out of fashion over time. There are two common methods of making bronze statues, namely cast bronze statues and wrought bronze statues. Cast bronze statues have a strong artistic expression and their value increases as the raw material rises. YouFine has become very sophisticated in the development of the cast bronze process.
For large bronze horse statues, a clay mould is first made in a ratio of 1:1. Once the clay mould is made, for complex shapes, we also embellish the mould with silicone. During the casting process, we use the traditional lost wax method, a precision casting method used for metalwork such as bronze. In addition, our masters have over 30 years of experience in bronze statue making, so any complex design is not a problem for our masters. In order to keep up with society, we are constantly innovating and creating new ideas and techniques. We have created many beautiful statues that are loved by many customers both at home and abroad.
Our packaging is also very sturdy. The wood is 3cm thick, which is twice as thick as normal packaging. For different items, we have different packaging solutions to protect the exquisite items during transportation. For the transport of antique bronze animal statues we usually choose sea freight, but we can also use other methods of transport, and for the average statue we can deliver within 30 days.
We also have many different designs of bronze horse statues. Just let us know your requirements and we will recommend the most suitable style and size for you.
Material: The material of the statue is then decided by the client. The sculptor may also use a small clay model to better portray his conception of the design. The clay model can be modified to fine tune the client’s wishes.
Mini-Sculpture: Finally, the bronze sculpture artist may finalize the miniature model of the final design in order to give the client a preview into how the final product will look. This model is made using the material decided, and it can be used by the client for marketing purposes so that he can raise funds for the sculpture.
Creating the Backbone: The backbone of the bronze statue, also called the armature consists of a steel frame with foam added to it in order to resemble the rough outline of the final product. This is then sealed with a latex coat to secure it.
The Sculpting: The main work starts only now. Many pounds of hot clay are used and applied by hand to “block in” the design for the first time. The bronze sculpture artist then invests a lot of time adding more clay, removing some clay and molding the clay until the final product finally resembles the required design. Tiny details are added on to give more preciseness to the bronze statue and make it more real.
Remove dust with a damp cloth.
Do not use metal objects or wire brushes to clean the sculpture.
Do not apply abrasives or cleansers that will possibly scratch the finish.
ZUD – Non- Abrasive Cleaner. Use to remove stubborn stains. Zud cleans all metal surfaces including bronze. Zud can be used in powder or liquid form.
Lemon Oil – Apply a small amount of oil with a paintbrush or soft cloth. Cover the entire figure with oil. Wipe the surface gently with a soft cloth to take off the excess oil.
Paste Wax- A very thin, even coat of wax should be applied with a soft cloth. Allow the wax to sit and dry before polishing. Wax should be applied after bronze has been cleaned and dried. Do not apply if using lemon oil.
Do Nothing: Many bronze owners prefer to sit back and enjoy the natural reaction and aging process of their sculpture.
What kind of sculpture is right for me?
We have a tremendous inventory of existing designs and unique items that we have been collecting for many years. After reviewing the website, Contact Us if you are unable to find what you are looking for.
Ancient Sculpture Gallery is proud to present you with lost wax bronze reproductions of statues and busts from the Egyptian, Greek, Hellenistic, Roman, Asian Oriental, and Western civilizations. “Lost Wax” bronze (or hot-cast bronze) is actually 100% pure Bronze – essentially copper and tin. The making of a “lost wax” bronze is a complex and time consuming process, and specific technical expertise is needed to accomplish the task of making a bronze. The most known and used process for making “lost wax” involves pouring of molten bronze. This is the same method used by the ancient civilizations to create bronze sculptures. Our lost wax bronze sculptures are produced in this same technique.