Carina the Nebula Octopus is hand sculpted from strong, flexible clay over a wire armature (skeleton.) The sculptures arms retain a degree of mobility and flexibility which help ensure longevity.
Features a fully balanced unique pose, a smooth curvy composition and detailed paintwork with metallic pigments that create both warm and cool tones.
This piece comes alive and changes beautifully under different lighting situations in its environment: placement will be an important factor to enjoy this artwork to the fullest extent.
All eight of the octopus's arms are fully sculpted with two rows of suckers. Which, for this art piece, amounts to 1000+ suckers, patiently formed by hand and carefully applied and posed.
No effort was spared to fully depict this clever hunter's twirling arms, the sculpture stands upright and leans on three of its arms in a complete balance.
This is a free standing octopus sculpture, it fully supports itself and can be displayed anywhere but preferably in a stable temperature & humidity, dust-free environment such as a case or display cabinet.
This unique hand sculpted Octopus makes for a special gift for a scuba diver, marine biologist, zoo keeper, salt water aquarium enthusiast, reef tank keeper or dedicated ocean / animal art collector.
✪ Shipping type: Insured & Tracked Parcel (Express Shipping Upgrade is available to select locations and can be added from your cart after entering your shipping address)
✪ Comes with a signed and dated Certificate of Authenticity.
✪ You will receive the pictured artwork.
Sculpture:
✪ Dimensions (W x L x H): 130 x 145 x 105 mm - 5.18 x 5.70 x 4.13 Inches (Approximate)
✪ Materials: Polymer clay, artists quality paints, pigments, varnish, wire
✪ Techniques: Sculpting, painting
✪ Care Instructions: Keep away from extreme temperatures, rapidly fluctuating temperatures. Do not clean this artwork with chemicals or abrasive methods.
It is highly recommend to keep it in an area with a stable temperature & humidity, dust-free environment with low traffic.
This is not a toy. Keep away from small children and pets, for example in a protective case or display cabinet.
✪ Colors may not be accurately represented due to deviation in screen settings.
✪ Comes from a smoke free, dog friendly Studio.
