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A piece of sculpture can add
a new dimension to your garden or inside your house: surprise, interest,
or even a sense of humour. Where and how you site your piece can greatly
enhance its effect.
Create a Focal Point
Think simple and bold. Always put in a larger piece than you think the
space needs.
Position your Sculpture
- In the centre of
a lawn where the sculpture can be walked around and viewed from
all sides.
- At the end of a vista
or a path, if space permits
- Near or on water
to create still reflections or broken images with moving water.
- In borders against
a backcloth of scrubs and grasses of similar shades
- In a hidden spot
so there is an element of surprise when first sighted
- Against a shrubbery
of contrasting textures: feathery plants against smooth surfaces;
big-leafed plants against angular pieces.
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Plinths and Pedestals
All of the sculptures
will stand unsupported on their own bases. However raising the sculpture
on a flag stone, paving or a log adds emphasis and perspective.
Small pieces particularly benefit from being placed on a stone or reconstituted
stone plinth or pillar.
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In addition fixing the
sculpture to a plinth or pedestal will add stability to small light
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A range of pedestals and plinths are available from most large garden
centres at prices that start at around £30.
Alternatively, Iron
and Stone can provide a selection of stone and wood bases and can
permanently fix the sculpture to the base. Bases
from Iron and Stone
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Water Features
Sculpture can form part of a water feature. If required, pieces can
be drilled to accommodate water pipes. Please contact Iron and Stone
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Security
Unfortunately garden
theft is on the rise. This is a particular problem in the winter. If required,
pieces can be drilled and a bolt chemically bonded to permanently fix
to a wall or to a base. The base and sculpture can then be removed to
garden shed for added security.
Many of the pieces have been
signed by the artist and are therefore marked. Identification is a key
factor in the repossession of stolen garden statuary. If the sculpture
is not signed, it may be advisable to mark and photograph it yourself.
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Buying your Sculpture
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