{"title":"Bronze Sculpture","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"badger-miniature-bronze-sculpture","title":"Badger Bronze Sculpture","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA foundry-cast, bronze badger sculpture, standing its ground, nose forward, investigating something with that characteristic mix of short-sightedness and determination. The distinctive striped face is immediately recognisable even at this scale, and the stocky, powerful build comes through in every line of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e3.8 cm from snout to tail. A fine addition to any collection — or a very good place to start one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHeight 1.9cm • Width 1.3cm • Depth 3.8cm  Weight: 25 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that all our tiny bronzes are cast and finished by hand. This may mean that there are slight differences in the colour of the patina, and sometimes you may find small inconsistencies in the cast, e.g. a minuscule air bubble or slight abrasion marks where the finished castings have been fettled (filed). These differences won't detract from the beauty of your miniature sculpture; if anything they will show, without a doubt, that these pieces are all individually handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMiniature Bronze Sculpture FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHow should I keep my miniature bronze \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003esculpture in tip top condition?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese miniature bronze sculptures are so easy to care for: they have been given a dark brown wax coating over their natural brassy colour, and will need nothing more than a gentle wipe with a soft cloth to keep the dust off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat's the difference between foundry-cast and hot-cast?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely nothing. They're two different terms for the same thing: molten bronze is poured into a mould and left to cool before being removed, when the resulting sculpture is then finished and patinated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat about cold-cast, is that the same?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, cold-casting is a different method, in which bronze powder is mixed with resin and poured into a moud to set, effectively creating a faux bronze sculpture. There is no heat involved, and the finished product is significantly lighter (and cheaper) than a foundry-cast bronze piece. At Alcove Art, all of our pieces are foundry-cast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll images © 2026 Gill Pottle\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David Meredith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52943354069326,"sku":"B.Badg","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/7670\/5102\/files\/DMBadger_1.jpg?v=1748864951"},{"product_id":"clam-shell","title":"Clam Shell Bronze Sculpture","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAt just over 8 grams, this miniature Clam Shell sculpture is one of the lightest pieces in the Bonsai Collection — but David Meredith has rendered every ridge and contour of the shell in solid foundry-cast bronze with the same care he brings to his wildlife pieces. It's small, tactile, and quietly beautiful. A natural companion to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.alcoveart.online\/products\/cone-shell?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=cone\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" title=\"Miniature Bronze Cone Shell Sculpture by David Meredith\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCone Shell\u003c\/a\u003e, and a good choice for anyone with a fondness for the sea or for objects that reward a close look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHeight: 1 cm \/ 0.4\" · Width: 2.6 cm \/ 1\" · Depth: 2.2 cm \/ 0.8\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that all our tiny bronzes are cast and finished by hand. This may mean that there are slight differences in the colour of the patina, and sometimes you may find small inconsistencies in the cast, e.g. a minuscule air bubble or slight abrasion marks where the finished castings have been fettled (filed). These differences won't detract from the beauty of your miniature sculpture; if anything they will show, without a doubt, that these pieces are all individually handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBronze Sculpture FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHow should I keep my miniature sculpture in tip top condition?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tiny bronze sculptures are so easy to care for: they have been given a dark brown wax coating over their natural brassy colour, and will need nothing more than a gentle wipe with a soft cloth to keep the dust off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat's the difference between foundry-cast and hot-cast?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely nothing. They're two different terms for the same thing: molten bronze is poured into a mould and left to cool before being removed and finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat about cold-cast, is that the same?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, cold-casting is a different method, in which bronze powder is mixed with resin and poured into a moud to set. There is no heat involved, and the finished product is significantly lighter (and cheaper) than a foundry-cast bronze piece. At Alcove Art, all of our pieces are foundry-cast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll images © 2026 Gill Pottle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David Meredith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52943539437902,"sku":"B.clam","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/7670\/5102\/files\/BronzeclamshellsculpturebyDavidMeredithatAlcoveArt_5.jpg?v=1748867771"},{"product_id":"acorn","title":"Acorn Bronze Sculpture","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOne of nature's most recognisable shapes, and David Meredith has done it full justice — this life-sized acorn sculpture has the textured cap, the smooth body, the neat little stalk, all rendered in solid, foundry-cast bronze. At 22 grams it's denser than you'd expect, which is part of what makes picking it up so satisfying. The deep brown patina gives it the look of something that's been quietly sitting in a collection for years. A lovely standalone piece, and a natural gift for anyone who loves the outdoors or simply objects made with care. Also widely known as a popular 8th-and 19th-anniversary gift — bronze, naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHeight\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.8 cm \/ 1.5\" · Width\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.3 cm \/ 0.5\" · Depth\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.3 cm \/ 0.5\"  Weight: 22 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that all our tiny bronzes are cast and finished by hand. This may mean that there are slight differences in the colour of the patina, and sometimes you may find small inconsistencies in the cast, e.g. a minuscule air bubble or slight abrasion marks where the finished castings have been fettled (filed). These differences won't detract from the beauty of your miniature sculpture; if anything they will show, without a doubt, that these pieces are all individually handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBronze Sculpture FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHow should I keep my miniature sculpture in tip top condition?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tiny bronze sculptures are so easy to care for: they have been given a dark brown wax coating over their natural brassy colour, and will need nothing more than a gentle wipe with a soft cloth to keep the dust off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat's the difference between foundry-cast and hot-cast?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely nothing. They're two different terms for the same thing: molten bronze is poured into a mould and left to cool before being removed and finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat about cold-cast, is that the same?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, cold-casting is a different method, in which bronze powder is mixed with resin and poured into a moud to set. There is no heat involved, and the finished product is significantly lighter (and cheaper) than a foundry-cast bronze piece. At Alcove Art, all of our pieces are foundry-cast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll images © 2026 Gill Pottle\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David Meredith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53062473285966,"sku":"B.Acorn","price":21.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/7670\/5102\/files\/DMAcorn5.jpg?v=1750866775"},{"product_id":"perching-barn-owl-bronze-sculpture","title":"Perching Barn Owl Bronze Sculpture","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe barn owl has a face unlike any other bird — that flat, heart-shaped disc that gives it an almost otherworldly look. David Meredith has got this miniature bronze barn owl sculpture exactly right, perched upright on a small tree stump, watchful and composed. At 5 cm tall and 23 grams, it has a solid, satisfying presence in the hand. Foundry-cast in solid bronze and finished with the signature deep brown patina of the Bonsai Collection. A beautiful gift for bird-watchers, and anyone who has ever been stopped in their tracks by one quartering a field at dusk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHeight: 5 cm \/ 2\" · Width: 1.9 cm \/ 0.75\" · Depth: 2.5 cm \/ 1\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that all our tiny bronzes are cast and finished by hand. This may mean that there are slight differences in the colour of the patina, and sometimes you may find small inconsistencies in the cast, e.g. a minuscule air bubble or slight abrasion marks where the finished castings have been fettled (a term meaning filing the sprue off the casting). These differences won't detract from the beauty of your miniature sculpture. If anything, they will show without a doubt that these pieces are all individually handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBronze Sculpture FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHow should I keep my miniature sculpture in tip top condition?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tiny bronze sculptures are so easy to care for: they have been given a dark brown wax coating over their natural brassy colour, and will need nothing more than a gentle wipe with a soft cloth to keep the dust off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat's the difference between foundry-cast and hot-cast?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely nothing. They're two different terms for the same thing: molten bronze is poured into a mould and left to cool before being removed and finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat about cold-cast, is that the same?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, cold-casting is a different method, in which bronze powder is mixed with resin and poured into a moud to set. There is no heat involved, and the finished product is significantly lighter (and cheaper) than a foundry-cast bronze piece. At Alcove Art, all of our pieces are foundry-cast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll images © 2026 Gill Pottle\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David Meredith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53069418889550,"sku":"B.barn","price":21.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/7670\/5102\/files\/DMBarnowl.jpg?v=1750955974"},{"product_id":"stretching-cat-bronze-sculpture","title":"Stretching Cat Bronze Sculpture","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA miniature sculpture of a cat mid-stretch, rendered in solid cast bronze with a lightness of touch that gives it an almost cartoon charm. David Meredith keeps the form simple — this isn't a piece that asks you to study it closely, it's one that makes you smile when you catch it out of the corner of your eye. At 20.5 grams and 3.8 cm tall, it's a cheerful little addition to a shelf or windowsill, and a good gift for the cat lover who has everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHeight: 3.8 cm \/ 1.5\" · Width: 1.3 cm \/ 0.5\" · Depth: 3.8 cm \/ 1.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that all our tiny bronzes are cast and finished by hand. This may mean that there are slight differences in the colour of the patina, and sometimes you may find small inconsistencies in the cast, e.g. a minuscule air bubble or slight abrasion marks where the finished castings have been fettled (filed). These differences won't detract from the beauty of your miniature sculpture; if anything they will show, without a doubt, that these pieces are all individually handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBronze Sculpture FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHow should I keep my miniature sculpture in tip top condition?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tiny bronze sculptures are so easy to care for: they have been given a dark brown wax coating over their natural brassy colour, and will need nothing more than a gentle wipe with a soft cloth to keep the dust off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat's the difference between foundry-cast and hot-cast?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely nothing. They're two different terms for the same thing: molten bronze is poured into a mould and left to cool before being removed and finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat about cold-cast, is that the same?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, cold-casting is a different method, in which bronze powder is mixed with resin and poured into a moud to set. There is no heat involved, and the finished product is significantly lighter (and cheaper) than a foundry-cast bronze piece. At Alcove Art, all of our pieces are foundry-cast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll images © 2026 Gill Pottle\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David Meredith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075028443470,"sku":"B.ccrou","price":21.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/7670\/5102\/files\/MiniaturebronzecrouchingcatsculpturebyDavidMeredithatAlcoveArt_1.jpg?v=1751026039"},{"product_id":"cherry-bronze-sculpture","title":"Cherry Bronze Sculpture","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA life-sized sculpture of a single cherry, stalk and all, cast in solid bronze. It's a deceptively simple subject — and all the better for it. Twenty-two grams where a real cherry would weigh almost nothing, which is part of what makes it so pleasing to pick up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHeight 4.5cm • Width 2cm • Depth 1.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that all our tiny bronzes are cast and finished by hand. This may mean that there are slight differences in the colour of the patina, and sometimes you may find small inconsistencies in the cast, e.g. a minuscule air bubble or slight abrasion marks where the finished castings have been fettled (filed). These differences won't detract from the beauty of your miniature sculpture; if anything they will show, without a doubt, that these pieces are all individually handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMiniature Bronze Sculpture FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHow should I keep my miniature bronze \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003esculpture in tip top condition?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese miniature bronze sculptures are so easy to care for: they have been given a dark brown wax coating over their natural brassy colour, and will need nothing more than a gentle wipe with a soft cloth to keep the dust off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat's the difference between foundry-cast and hot-cast?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely nothing. They're two different terms for the same thing: molten bronze is poured into a mould and left to cool before being removed, when the resulting sculpture is then finished and patinated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat about cold-cast, is that the same?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, cold-casting is a different method, in which bronze powder is mixed with resin and poured into a moud to set, effectively creating a faux bronze sculpture. There is no heat involved, and the finished product is significantly lighter (and cheaper) than a foundry-cast bronze piece. At Alcove Art, all of our pieces are foundry-cast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll images © 2026 Gill Pottle\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David Meredith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075070353742,"sku":"B.cher","price":21.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/7670\/5102\/files\/SolidbronzecherrysculpturebyDavidMeredithatAlcoveArt_6.jpg?v=1751026410"},{"product_id":"lying-cat-bronze-sculpture","title":"Lying Cat Bronze Sculpture","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThere's something universally appealing about a cat that has decided, with complete conviction, that it is not moving. David Meredith's lying cat bronze sculpture is stretched out and utterly at ease — and at 5cm long and just 1.5cm tall, it's one of the flattest, most horizontal pieces in the collection, which somehow makes it all the more charming. Seventeen grams of solid bronze, and every whisker accounted for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFoundry-cast and hand-finished with a deep brown patina. A perfect gift for cat lovers, and one of those pieces that tends to end up on a desk or windowsill where it can be picked up and admired on a regular basis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHeight: 1.5 cm \/ 0.6\" · Width: 5 cm \/ 2\" · Depth: 2.5 cm \/ 1\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that all our tiny bronzes are cast and finished by hand. This may mean that there are slight differences in the colour of the patina, and sometimes you may find small inconsistencies in the cast, e.g. a minuscule air bubble or slight abrasion marks where the finished castings have been fettled (filed). These differences won't detract from the beauty of your miniature sculpture; if anything they will show, without a doubt, that these pieces are all individually handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBronze Sculpture FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHow should I keep my miniature sculpture in tip top condition?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tiny bronze sculptures are so easy to care for: they have been given a dark brown wax coating over their natural brassy colour, and will need nothing more than a gentle wipe with a soft cloth to keep the dust off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat's the difference between foundry-cast and hot-cast?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely nothing. They're two different terms for the same thing: molten bronze is poured into a mould and left to cool before being removed and finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat about cold-cast, is that the same?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, cold-casting is a different method, in which bronze powder is mixed with resin and poured into a moud to set. There is no heat involved, and the finished product is significantly lighter (and cheaper) than a foundry-cast bronze piece. At Alcove Art, all of our pieces are foundry-cast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll images © 2026 Gill Pottle\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David Meredith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075090997582,"sku":null,"price":21.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/7670\/5102\/files\/DMLyingcathand.jpg?v=1751026840"},{"product_id":"cone-shell-sculpture","title":"Cone Shell Bronze Sculpture","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe cone shell is one of the ocean's most elegant designs — a long, tapering spiral that looks almost too precise to be natural. David Meredith has reproduced it faithfully in his solid foundry-cast bronze sculpture, with every ridge and groove intact. At 5.3 cm long and just 14.5 grams, it's slim and sleek in the hand. A natural companion to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.alcoveart.online\/products\/clam-shell?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=clam\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" title=\"Miniature Bronze Clam Shell Sculpture by David Meredith\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClam Shell\u003c\/a\u003e and other pieces in the collection, and a good gift for anyone with a love of the sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHeight: 1.3 cm \/ 0.5\" · Width: 1.3 cm \/ 0.5\" · Depth: 5.3 cm \/ 2.1\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that all our tiny bronzes are cast and finished by hand. This may mean that there are slight differences in the colour of the patina, and sometimes you may find small inconsistencies in the cast, e.g. a minuscule air bubble or slight abrasion marks where the finished castings have been fettled (filed). These differences won't detract from the beauty of your miniature sculpture; if anything they will show, without a doubt, that these pieces are all individually handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBronze Sculpture FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHow should I keep my miniature sculpture in tip top condition?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tiny bronze sculptures are so easy to care for: they have been given a dark brown wax coating over their natural brassy colour, and will need nothing more than a gentle wipe with a soft cloth to keep the dust off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat's the difference between foundry-cast and hot-cast?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely nothing. They're two different terms for the same thing: molten bronze is poured into a mould and left to cool before being removed and finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat about cold-cast, is that the same?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, cold-casting is a different method, in which bronze powder is mixed with resin and poured into a moud to set. There is no heat involved, and the finished product is significantly lighter (and cheaper) than a foundry-cast bronze piece. At Alcove Art, all of our pieces are foundry-cast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll images © 2026 Gill Pottle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David Meredith","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075103777102,"sku":"B.cone","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/7670\/5102\/files\/MiniaturebronzeconeshellsculpturebyDavidMeredithatAlcoveArt_1.jpg?v=1751027181"},{"product_id":"conker-bronze-sculpture","title":"Conker in Shell Bronze Sculpture","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDavid Meredith has caught the conker at its best moment — the spiky case split just enough to show the nut nestled inside, round and smooth. 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