Outdoor Garden Sculpture Leaf Skeleton Corroded Corten Steel Sculpture
A leaf skeleton sculpture in corten (weathering) steel, built to your custom size and form rather than a fixed catalogue dimension. The material develops a stable rust patina over time, giving the piece a natural, organic appearan
What This Piece Is
A leaf skeleton sculpture in corten (weathering) steel, built to your custom size and form rather than a fixed catalogue dimension. The material develops a stable rust patina over time, giving the piece a natural, organic appearance that blends with garden and landscape settings. Kapur constructs it from your photo, drawing or 3D file, and inspects it at every stage from fabrication through to loading on the vessel. The finished sculpture is crated in a standard wooden box with inner plastic or foam lining for ocean freight.
Key Benefits
- Corten steel develops a stable rust patina over time, creating a natural, weathered look suited to outdoor gardens and landscapes
- Made to your custom size and form so it fits the exact scale of your site or installation
- No paint or coating required—patina forms naturally and permanently without maintenance
- Built from your photo, drawing or 3D file so your concept is produced directly
- Inspected at every stage with digital photos sent before shipment
- Ships in a standard wooden crate with plastic or foam lining to survive ocean freight
Buyers and Specifiers
- Landscape architects specifying a naturalistic sculpture for a garden or plaza
- Property and hotel developers commissioning outdoor artwork for a residential or resort project
- Public art consultants managing a municipal commission with a natural theme
- Interior designers needing a large outdoor piece for a garden or rooftop terrace
- Sculpture galleries and importers sourcing corten steel art from China
What It Fixes
- Fixed catalogue sizes rarely suit a real site so the piece is made to your dimension
- Painted steel fades and needs recoating while corten steel develops a stable patina naturally
- Buyers cannot inspect an overseas factory so digital photos are supplied at each stage
- Large sculptures are damaged in transit so each piece ships in a wooden crate with foam or plastic lining
- Corten steel does not require painting or coating, reducing long-term maintenance
- Designs from photos or drawings are often rejected by suppliers, but Kapur accepts them directly
Where This Sculpture Is Installed
Garden and courtyard centrepieces where the sculpture blends with natural planting
Public park installations that benefit from a weathered, organic aesthetic
Landscape architecture projects requiring a natural-looking metal sculpture
Hotel and resort outdoor spaces with a rustic or modern natural theme
Residential entrance features that need a durable, low-maintenance outdoor form
Sculpture parks and municipal art installations in open, exposed areas
How It Is Built
- Corten steel selected for its ability to develop a stable rust patina over time
- Form built to your custom size, curvature and height from a supplied photo or drawing
- Welded shell construction over an internal frame for structural integrity
- No paint or coating applied—patina forms naturally through exposure to weather
- Surface finishes are not polished or brushed; the natural rusted texture is preserved
- Base plate and anchoring detail prepared for the installation surface
Materials
- Corten steel develops a stable rust patina over time, suited to outdoor exposure
- Material grade confirmed with you before cutting rather than assumed
- Internal steel frame carrying the load behind the visible shell
- No paint or coating applied—patina forms naturally through weather exposure
Specification Table
| Material | Corten / weathering steel |
|---|---|
| Size | Custom size |
| Shape | Any shape, curvature and height made to order |
| Finish | Natural rust patina, no coating or paint |
| Packing | Outer standard wooden crate, inner in plastic or foam |
| Production Time | 25-30 days |
| Transport Time | 15-20 days |
| Custom Input Accepted | Photo or drawing from customer |
| Application | Outdoor gardens, plazas, parks, residential entrances |
| Wind Load Rating | TBC |
How We Make It
- Confirm the form from your photo, drawing or 3D file and agree final dimensions
- Build the internal frame and set out the leaf skeleton geometry
- Cut and form the corten steel panels to the developed surface
- Weld the shell to the frame section by section
- Allow the material to develop its natural rust patina over time
- Inspect, photograph and crate for ocean freight
How It Is Checked
- Kapur runs its own QC team rather than relying on the fabrication crew to sign off their work
- Inspection at all stages from production up to loading on the vessel
- Digital pictures supplied at each stage so you can approve before the next step
- Weekly reports during the production window
- Your own QC team or third party inspector is welcome to check quality in our factory
Certifications
No certification is claimed for this piece because none is documented on our source records. Tell us what your local authority or main contractor requires and we will confirm per project before you order.
From Your Drawing to the Vessel
Every project runs through the same six stages, and you see photographs at each one before the next begins.
Enquiry
Send dimensions, a reference photo or drawing and the site conditions
Design
Our designers confirm the form, material grade and finish with you
Fabrication
Frame built, panels cut and formed, shell welded section by section
Finishing
Seams ground back and the surface polished or left to weather
Inspection
Our QC team checks each stage and sends digital pictures
Crating
Outer wooden crate, inner plastic or foam, then loading on vessel
What You Can Change
- Overall height and curvature set to your drawing
- Choice of corten steel for natural rust patina
- Base plate and fixing detail adapted to your foundation
- OEM and ODM orders accepted
- Any shape reproduced from a supplied sample drawing or reference photo
- Coloured or coated variants not applicable—corten develops patina naturally
Ordering and Care
- Send the site dimensions, viewing distance and a reference photo or drawing when you enquire
- Confirm the installation location to assess exposure to rain and wind
- Prepare a level concrete foundation matched to the base plate drawing supplied
- Allow crane access on the installation day for a tall or heavy piece
- Avoid abrasive cleaning tools—rinse with water and wipe with a soft cloth if needed
- No coating or maintenance required—patina forms naturally over time
How It Compares With Other Options
An honest read on the trade-offs, so the material decision is made before fabrication starts.
| Stainless steel sculpture | Stainless steel stays bright and reflective, while corten develops a natural rust patina suited to gardens and landscapes |
|---|---|
| Fiberglass sculpture | Fiberglass is lighter and takes any colour, but corten steel is more durable and develops a permanent weathered look |
| Painted carbon steel | Painted steel fades and needs recoating, while corten steel forms a stable rust layer without maintenance |
| Bronze sculpture | Bronze develops a patina over time but is heavier and more expensive; corten steel is more cost-effective and lighter |
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Questions About This Sculpture
Can you make this in a size that is not listed?
Yes. Size is custom on this piece, and both curvature and height are made to your drawing. Send your dimensions and we will confirm feasibility and price.
How long does production and shipping take?
Production takes 25-30 days and ocean transport a further 15-20 days. Some items are held in stock, which shortens the production window.
Should I choose corten steel or stainless steel?
Choose corten steel for a natural, weathered look that blends with gardens and landscapes. Choose stainless steel if you want a bright, reflective finish that resists corrosion.
Can you work from my own design?
Yes. Orders are accepted from your photo or drawing, and OEM and ODM work is welcome. Send a 3D file, a sketch or detail pictures and our design team will work from it.
How is the sculpture packed for sea freight?
Each piece ships in an outer standard wooden crate with plastic or foam lining inside to protect the surface during handling.
Can I inspect the sculpture before it ships?
Yes. Our QC team inspects at all stages up to loading on the vessel and supplies digital pictures, and your own QC team is welcome to check quality in our factory.
Do you supply a certificate or load calculation?
Certification and structural documentation are confirmed per project. Tell us what your local authority requires when you send the enquiry.
Request a Quote for This Sculpture
Send your dimensions, the installation site and the finish you want. We will confirm the material grade, price and production window.