LIFE-SIZED GOOSE TIPPING HEAD SCULPTURE
“A returning client recently commissioned me to create three handsome geese sculptures as a characterful group to be placed beside a pond. Each goose is a little different, and this goose, named ‘Grace’, is a humorous and quirky girl. I felt very lucky to be able to work on this project, which was a gift for the clients’ parents, because geese have such big personalities and I love the way that they move about their homes in charge of everything they think they should be.
The Life-sized Goose Tipping Head is modelled with an eye to individual display or display in a group of two or three geese. I wanted the three of them to have different personalities and Grace is light-humoured and soft. Sculpting domesticated animals is something I’m passionate about, as it helps people connect with these creatures’ wonderful qualities and raises awareness of their welfare. It’s always fulfilling to bring a familiar subject to life in a fresh, artistic way.”
This bronze goose bears Tanya’s signature and unique edition number. Your casting of the Life-sized Goose Tipping Head sculpture will be personally approved and will be accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
10% of the proceeds from this bronze animal sculpture support the ‘All Creatures Great and Small’ animal charity.
FREE DELIVERY to the United Kingdom.
Dimensions & Sizing
Ideal size for the garden and beside ponds
Metric –Â Â Â H: 80 W: 67 D: 35 centimetres
Imperial –Â Â Â H: 31 W: 26 D: 14 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
Suitable for outdoor display as a goose garden ornament or goose pond statue.
This statue is presented with threaded rods, or if requested, security rings, which will allow the sculpture to be secured to hard ground, or padlocked to a buried security chain.
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This standing goose was sculpted by artist Tanya Russell, who is well known for her life-like wildlife and animal sculptures. Tanya has a passion for improving the welfare of the animals she sculpts and 10% of all proceeds from the Life-sized Goose Tipping Head statue will go to the ‘All Creatures Great and Small’, a charity that provides sanctuary and rehoming services for domestic animals rescued in England and Wales.
The Lifesized Goose Tipping Head is a 25 edition sculpture, and your piece will be a superb recreation of the original bronze sculpture from a mould.
This goose is accompanied by a black steel base, and can be displayed off base in the garden using the threaded rods provided for stability. If you would like this statue to be mounted on a stone, different coloured metal, 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, feathers and skin lies over their muscles or alters their shape, and their different poses and attitudes.
The Life-sized Goose Tipping Head sculpture was modelled in wax, over a steel and aluminium armature for support. After the goose 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.
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Maintenance & Security
Take a look at our information pages for detailed guidance on:
Maintaining your sculpture – how to clean your bronze goose statue
Commission A Bespoke Animal Sculpture
If you would like to commission a made-to-order animal sculpture, first of all I recommend looking at the information about bespoke sculptures on my animal 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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