STANDING LABRADOR SCULPTURE
“The small Standing Labrador sculpture wasn’t a commission, but was done for myself. Or more accurately, I’d had a lot of lovely visitors ask for a smaller labrador when they visited me at our shows. I try to listen to what people would like to see. And I admit making a smaller labrador sculpture was definitely a really nice one to do. They are such gorgeous dogs and I wanted to capture in the sculpture their beauty, energy and loyalty.”
This bronze Standing Labrador bears Tanya’s signature and unique edition number. Your casting of the Labrador sculpture will be personally approved and will be accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
10% of the proceeds from this bronze dog sculpture support ‘The Dogs Trust’ animal charity.
FREE DELIVERY to the United Kingdom.
Dimensions & Sizing
Ideal size for tabletops and mantelpieces
Metric –  H: 22 W: 29 D: 8 centimetres
Imperial –Â Â H: 9 W: 11 D: 3 inches
(Height / Width / Depth)
Edition
Which Material to Choose
Bronze Resin – bronze metal powder is mixed with a resin to create the appearance of foundry bronze metal, but is more affordable and lightweight.
Foundry Bronze  – refers to the poured molten metal that is cast solid or hollow, depending on size, at a bronze foundry (using the traditional lost wax process). It is more robust and will appreciate in value.
Sculpture Description, Bases & Fixings
This charming Labrador statue is sculpted by artist Tanya Russell, who is the UK’s pre-eminent dog sculptor. Tanya has a passion for improving the welfare of the animals she sculpts and 10% of all proceeds from the Labrador statue will go to the ‘Dogs Trust’, a charity that provides sanctuary and rehoming services for dogs in the UK and also lobbies for welfare policy changes all over the world.
The Standing Labrador is an open edition sculpture, and your piece will be a superb recreation of the original bronze sculpture from a mould.
If you would like this statue to be mounted on a stone or wooden base, please contact me for a quote.
How The Sculpture Was Made
When I model animals I try where possible to find examples from life. I also use many photos – often hundreds – showing the animal (and other animals of the breed or species). This helps me sculpt their anatomical features. I study the way that hair, fur or skin lies over their muscles or alters their shape, and their different poses and attitudes.
The Standing Labrador sculpture was modelled in wax, over a steel and aluminium armature for support. After the Standing Labrador statue was finished a rubber mould was taken, with ‘keys’ placed in the rubber to ensure proper positioning. Then a shell of fibreglass was applied, to protect the mould and support it during the casting process.
Delivery & Returns
Delivery costs are calculated once you add a sculpture to your bag. Contact us for other delivery options like collection or express delivery for bulky sculptures.
International delivery is available.
If you are an international buyer, you may need to pay local customs duties or taxes when importing a sculpture into your country. This most often applies to more valuable sculptures. Your local customs and taxes are not prepaid for you. If you contact us we can try to estimate them for you.
Sculpture that is broken in transit to you may be returned, and a replacement sculpture will be sent to you, at no further cost. If no replacement is available, we will cast a new one for you, or offer you a refund.
Client Testimonials
*Lovely lifelike sculpture well received as a gift”
Kristin Buyer
“The Labrador is even more beautiful in person than in the pictures. I had had it in my favourites for a long time and finally decided to splurge. I am so glad I did because this beautiful sculpture was worth every penny.”
Buyer
“I am blow away by this statue… the original sculpt is so well crafted. The fur, the pose, the expression… it is such a great capture of a Labrador. The cast itself is heavier and slightly bigger than I imagined which makes it even better! Plus it was very protectively packaged and delivery was fast. VERY happy with this! Tanya is incredible! :)”
Monica Buyer
Maintenance & Security
Take a look at our information pages for detailed guidance on:
Maintaining your sculpture – how to clean your bronze labrador statueÂ
Commission A Bespoke Dog Sculpture
If you would like to commission a made-to-order dog sculpture, first of all I recommend looking at the information about bespoke sculptures on my dog commissions page. In particular, this should help guide you on sizing and possibly pricing.
Afterwards, please contact me about your idea.
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