An elegant Turtle Shell in polished bronze. The shell has been polished to give it a glow golden. This sculpture is part of our Eternity of Remarkable Species collection where we capture the astonishing beauty of endangered animals in a static state. Well aware of the direct impact of mankind on the environment, we create respectful alternatives to the authentic vulnerable species, such as the Soft-shell Turtle. Just as enchanting, less of an impact.
SUSTAINABILITY
Our bronze sculptures are made from upcycled metals such as old pipelines. Our craftsmen and women collect this scrap waste which they then put in an oven at very high temperatures. Once the scrap waste pieces melt, the new raw material is ready to be used. We then use this virgin material to make our bronze sculptures. As bronze is a very eco and labour-intensive material to mine, we feel it makes much more sense to reuse the material that has already been created than to extract it –again. By doing so we are trying to close at least one waste loop.
TRANSPARENCY & WHO MADE IT
Lastly, when it comes hot to our working conditions, we work exclusively with Indonesian craftsmen and women in both Bali and Java. All of our craftsmen and women get paid a living wage that exceeds what Indonesian Law requires. Their income is enough for a comfortable home, food, education, ceremonies, and more.
DIMENSIONS
Total dimensions including base:
Height 23.5cm
Width (left to right) 17cm
Length (front to back) 5.5cm
Base:
Height: 3.5cm
Width (left to right): 6.5cm
Length (front to back): 5.5cm
Product code: Turtle hot shell sculpture in polished bronze - Extremely detailed - pelodiscus sinensis