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Life-Size Giant Tortoise Bronze Sculpture - 180cm

$104,82700
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Life-Size Giant Tortoise Bronze Sculpture by Giant Sculptures shown in side profile with neck extended and head raised, dark brown-green patina, plain background.
Life-Size Giant Tortoise Bronze Sculpture - 180cm $104,82700
Description

The Life-Size Giant Tortoise Bronze Sculpture stands at an imposing 180cm, rendered with the unhurried authority of one of nature's most ancient forms. Every anatomical detail, from the segmented scute patterning across the domed shell to the leathery skin folds of the outstretched neck, is captured with the precision of a natural history study translated into enduring metal.

Cast Bronze, Hand-Finished to the Last Scale

This piece is produced using the traditional lost-wax casting method, a process that allows each texture to transfer from model to metal with exacting fidelity. The dark brown-green bronze patina is hand-applied after casting, settling into every crevice of the shell scutes and the ridged skin of the legs and clawed feet to produce a finish that reads as genuinely ancient. The result is a large bronze tortoise sculpture that rewards close inspection as much as it commands presence at distance.

At life-size scale and 800kg, this sculpture is designed for permanent outdoor placement in gardens, estates, wildlife parks, institutional grounds, or any large landscaped setting where a focal point of genuine gravitas is required. The walking pose, neck extended and head raised, gives the piece a quality of forward motion that animates even a static garden bed. The dark patina integrates naturally with stone paving, gravel, lawn, and water-adjacent planting schemes.

Handmade to Order, Fully Customisable

Patina options beyond the standard dark brown-green finish include aged verdigris, warm natural bronze, and sealed exterior coatings suited to high-humidity coastal environments. The piece can be commissioned at a reduced scale for courtyard or atrium placement, or enlarged further for monumental civic or resort installations. If you have a specific size, finish, or siting requirement, contact us before ordering so we can confirm the specification in advance.

Explore our full range of Bronze Sculptures, discover more statement pieces in our Bronze Garden Statues collection, or browse the complete Large Bronze Sculptures range for similarly scaled commissions.

Specification
Height 180 cm
Weight 800 kg
Shipping & Returns

Every sculpture at Giant Sculptures is handmade to order, then shipped worldwide free of charge. Below is everything you need to know before you order, and what to expect after.

Production Time

Every sculpture is handmade to order by our artisans — we do not mass-produce.

  • Standard sculptures: approximately 3–4 weeks from order confirmation.
  • Bespoke commissions (custom sizes, finishes, or fully custom designs): approximately 5–6 weeks from design sign-off.

Production time is separate from delivery time.

Free Worldwide Shipping

Shipping is free worldwide on every sculpture, regardless of destination.

  • Sculptures under 50cm — shipped by air freight. Typical delivery 1–2 weeks after production is complete.
  • Sculptures 50cm and above — shipped by sea freight. Typical delivery 6–8 weeks after production is complete.

For larger sculptures where faster delivery is needed, air freight is available at additional cost — contact us before ordering for a quote.

All sculptures ship in reinforced protective crating, fully insured to purchase value.

Delivery to Your Address

Delivery is to the door or curbside at your shipping address.

For larger sculptures shipped by sea freight, the carrier will contact you in advance to arrange a delivery window. Please ensure someone is available to accept the delivery and that the property has suitable access for the size of the piece.

Once the sculpture arrives, you are responsible for positioning it in its final display location. For larger or heavier pieces, we recommend arranging two people (family, friends, or a local moving service) to help with placement.

International Orders & Customs

For orders shipping outside the United Kingdom, any customs duties, import taxes, or local fees at your destination country are the responsibility of the customer. These charges are set by your local authority and are not included in our shipping cost.

If you have questions about customs for your specific country, contact us before ordering and we can advise on typical charges for your region.

30-Day Returns

We accept 30-day returns on sculptures in original condition and original packaging, subject to our Terms & Conditions.

To start a return, contact us within 30 days of receipt. Return shipping for change-of-mind returns is at the customer's cost.

Bespoke and custom-commissioned pieces are non-refundable once production has started, as they are made specifically to your specification.

Damage in Transit

Every sculpture ships fully insured. In the unlikely event of damage during transit:

  1. Report the damage within 48 hours of delivery.
  2. Provide clear photographs of both the damage and the packaging.
  3. We arrange collection and either replacement or full refund at no cost to you.

Lifetime Guarantee

Every sculpture carries a lifetime guarantee against finish defects under normal display conditions, subject to our Terms & Conditions.

This covers manufacturing defects, premature finish degradation, and structural failures under normal display. It does not cover damage caused by accidents, misuse, inappropriate environments (for example, an indoor-only sculpture placed outdoors), or modifications made after delivery.

Questions Before You Order?

If you have questions about shipping, customs, delivery timing, or anything else before you order, our team is here to help. Contact us via WhatsApp, email, or phone, and we'll respond within 24 hours.

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Description

The Life-Size Giant Tortoise Bronze Sculpture stands at an imposing 180cm, rendered with the unhurried authority of one of nature's most ancient forms. Every anatomical detail, from the segmented scute patterning across the domed shell to the leathery skin folds of the outstretched neck, is captured with the precision of a natural history study translated into enduring metal.

Cast Bronze, Hand-Finished to the Last Scale

This piece is produced using the traditional lost-wax casting method, a process that allows each texture to transfer from model to metal with exacting fidelity. The dark brown-green bronze patina is hand-applied after casting, settling into every crevice of the shell scutes and the ridged skin of the legs and clawed feet to produce a finish that reads as genuinely ancient. The result is a large bronze tortoise sculpture that rewards close inspection as much as it commands presence at distance.

At life-size scale and 800kg, this sculpture is designed for permanent outdoor placement in gardens, estates, wildlife parks, institutional grounds, or any large landscaped setting where a focal point of genuine gravitas is required. The walking pose, neck extended and head raised, gives the piece a quality of forward motion that animates even a static garden bed. The dark patina integrates naturally with stone paving, gravel, lawn, and water-adjacent planting schemes.

Handmade to Order, Fully Customisable

Patina options beyond the standard dark brown-green finish include aged verdigris, warm natural bronze, and sealed exterior coatings suited to high-humidity coastal environments. The piece can be commissioned at a reduced scale for courtyard or atrium placement, or enlarged further for monumental civic or resort installations. If you have a specific size, finish, or siting requirement, contact us before ordering so we can confirm the specification in advance.

Explore our full range of Bronze Sculptures, discover more statement pieces in our Bronze Garden Statues collection, or browse the complete Large Bronze Sculptures range for similarly scaled commissions.

Specification
Height 180 cm
Weight 800 kg
Shipping & Returns

Every sculpture at Giant Sculptures is handmade to order, then shipped worldwide free of charge. Below is everything you need to know before you order, and what to expect after.

Production Time

Every sculpture is handmade to order by our artisans — we do not mass-produce.

  • Standard sculptures: approximately 3–4 weeks from order confirmation.
  • Bespoke commissions (custom sizes, finishes, or fully custom designs): approximately 5–6 weeks from design sign-off.

Production time is separate from delivery time.

Free Worldwide Shipping

Shipping is free worldwide on every sculpture, regardless of destination.

  • Sculptures under 50cm — shipped by air freight. Typical delivery 1–2 weeks after production is complete.
  • Sculptures 50cm and above — shipped by sea freight. Typical delivery 6–8 weeks after production is complete.

For larger sculptures where faster delivery is needed, air freight is available at additional cost — contact us before ordering for a quote.

All sculptures ship in reinforced protective crating, fully insured to purchase value.

Delivery to Your Address

Delivery is to the door or curbside at your shipping address.

For larger sculptures shipped by sea freight, the carrier will contact you in advance to arrange a delivery window. Please ensure someone is available to accept the delivery and that the property has suitable access for the size of the piece.

Once the sculpture arrives, you are responsible for positioning it in its final display location. For larger or heavier pieces, we recommend arranging two people (family, friends, or a local moving service) to help with placement.

International Orders & Customs

For orders shipping outside the United Kingdom, any customs duties, import taxes, or local fees at your destination country are the responsibility of the customer. These charges are set by your local authority and are not included in our shipping cost.

If you have questions about customs for your specific country, contact us before ordering and we can advise on typical charges for your region.

30-Day Returns

We accept 30-day returns on sculptures in original condition and original packaging, subject to our Terms & Conditions.

To start a return, contact us within 30 days of receipt. Return shipping for change-of-mind returns is at the customer's cost.

Bespoke and custom-commissioned pieces are non-refundable once production has started, as they are made specifically to your specification.

Damage in Transit

Every sculpture ships fully insured. In the unlikely event of damage during transit:

  1. Report the damage within 48 hours of delivery.
  2. Provide clear photographs of both the damage and the packaging.
  3. We arrange collection and either replacement or full refund at no cost to you.

Lifetime Guarantee

Every sculpture carries a lifetime guarantee against finish defects under normal display conditions, subject to our Terms & Conditions.

This covers manufacturing defects, premature finish degradation, and structural failures under normal display. It does not cover damage caused by accidents, misuse, inappropriate environments (for example, an indoor-only sculpture placed outdoors), or modifications made after delivery.

Questions Before You Order?

If you have questions about shipping, customs, delivery timing, or anything else before you order, our team is here to help. Contact us via WhatsApp, email, or phone, and we'll respond within 24 hours.