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Statue

A three-dimensional form or likeness sculpted, modeled, carved, or cast in material such as stone, clay, wood, or bronze.

Carved, cast or modelled figure of a person or animal.

A statue is distinguished from sculpture in relief: it is free-standing, even when it is not possible to inspect it from all sides.

It may also be distinguished from a figurine or STATUETTE, for it is never much less than life-size and can be very much larger.

Moreover, a statue is generally understood to mean a single figure, not a group, and,

unless qualified as 'equestrian', 'seated', 'recumbent' or 'reclining', it is expected to be a standing figure.

Display Recommendations

Display your statues and mini busts in a safe location.

Keep your figurines away from direct sunlight to avoid fading or discoloration.

Overcrowded displays contribute to figurine damage.

Allow for a reasonable amount of space between your collectibles.

Dating back to the dawn of man, stones had many different uses in everyday society. They were used to build walls to keep intruders away, as weapons, and as burial reminders. As man evolved, he began to see that he could carve stone into images or shapes with the use of a chisel type tool.

Many different types of stone are used in creating statues and sculptures. Examples include marble, limestone, and rock. Sculptors, however, have created stone substitutes in order to make manufacturing statues a quicker and more accurate process.

Tuffstone is the highest quality casting plaster available and by far the preferred casting medium for plaster statues. The primary characteristics that separate Tuffstone from other plaster products are its great durability and reduced chalkiness. While it comes standard in a classic white, there are often choices for other finishes for these Tuffstone pieces. Like other plaster castings, however, these statues are not suited for outdoor use.

Durastone has very similar characteristics to Tuffstone, in that it provides superior quality in casting and excellent durability. Durastone is the choice casting medium for the esteemed Austin collections of fine statuary products.

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