Stainless Steel Sculpture

Jellyfish Swarm

Stainless steel jellyfish sculptures are forged from 304 stainless steel into open, reticulated forms that mimic the delicate structure of real jellyfish. Grouped together as a swarm, they create a dynamic marine theme feature for indoor or outdoor spaces. Each piece is built to a layout drawing, allowing variation in size, height and orientation to match the intended composition.

Jellyfish Swarm specifications
MaterialStainless steel, 304 as standard
FormingHand forged and welded from plate
FinishMirror polish
StructureReticulated open form
MountingBuilt to site fixing condition
SizeBuilt to the buyer layout drawing
CategoryStainless Steel Sculpture
Made InPingshan District, Shenzhen, China

Key Benefits

  • Open reticulated form allows light to pass through, creating shadow patterns on the floor and walls
  • Forged from 304 stainless steel plate, so the structure is strong yet light enough for wall or ceiling mounting
  • Mirror polish finish reflects ambient light and surrounding surfaces, making the swarm appear to float
  • Hollow construction reduces weight compared to solid cast forms, simplifying installation
  • Can be arranged in a cluster with varying heights and orientations to match a site layout drawing

Application Scenarios

  • Marine theme park exhibits and aquarium entrance zones where a floating jellyfish swarm creates visual impact
  • Hotel lobbies and atriums with high ceilings where suspended or wall-mounted sculptures add scale and motion
  • Shopping mall interior spaces with curved walls or central courtyards needing a sculptural focal point
  • Public art installations in urban plazas where a group of sculptures can be arranged to follow a path or flow
  • Exhibition halls and trade show booths requiring a striking, non-repeating decorative element

Who It Is For

  • Marine theme park designers and project managers specifying unique animal-themed sculpture groups
  • Hotel and resort interior designers sourcing large-scale art for lobbies and public areas
  • Shopping mall developers commissioning art that draws attention and guides movement
  • Exhibition hall curators needing a non-repeating, modular sculpture for a themed display
  • Public art commissioners for urban spaces requiring durable, weather-resistant outdoor sculpture

Problems It Solves

  • Solid cast sculptures of this size are heavy and require structural support, while forged steel is lighter and easier to install
  • Standard catalogue sculptures are fixed in size and shape, but this design follows a layout drawing exactly
  • Painted or coated finishes degrade outdoors or under high humidity; polished stainless steel maintains appearance
  • Fixed-size sculptures cannot be arranged to match a site layout, but these are built to your drawing
  • Lack of variation in mass-produced sculpture makes installations feel repetitive; each piece can differ in height and orientation

Technical Features

  • Body forged from 304 stainless steel plate using hand forging and plate forming techniques
  • Open reticulated structure with welded joints and dressed seams for a clean appearance
  • Mirror polish finish applied after forming and welding to reflect light and surroundings
  • Hollow construction reduces weight while maintaining structural integrity
  • Fixing details welded on to suit wall, ceiling, or ground mounting based on site conditions

Materials

  • 304 stainless steel plate for the main body and structural details
  • Stainless steel welding consumables matched to the parent plate to maintain finish uniformity

Quality Control

  • Formed shape checked against the approved drawing before welding
  • Weld seams inspected and dressed until they disappear under the polish
  • Polished surface checked under light for grinding marks and orange peel
  • Protective film applied to every polished face before crating

Customization Options

  • Any number of pieces and any variation in size, height and orientation to match your layout drawing
  • Mirror polish finish applied to all pieces or selectively per piece
  • Fixing detail adapted to wall, ceiling, ground or water installation
  • Sample piece produced for approval before the full cluster goes into production

Use Guide

  • Send the site layout drawing with positions, heights and orientations marked for the jellyfish swarm
  • Confirm whether the pieces will be wall-mounted, ceiling-suspended, ground-based or in water
  • Leave the protective film in place until all surrounding site work is complete
  • Clean with water and a soft cloth; do not use abrasive pads on the mirror surface
  • Re-polish locally if a piece is scratched during installation rather than replacing it
Manufacturing Process

How This Piece Is Made

  1. Review of the site layout drawing and agreement on cluster composition, height range and orientation
  2. Plate forming data calculated for each jellyfish before any steel is cut
  3. Hand forging of the plate into the reticulated jellyfish form
  4. Welding of the open structure with seams dressed back before polishing
  5. Grinding through successive grits followed by mirror polishing
  6. Fixing details welded on, protective film applied, and crating for export
01Drawing02Forming03Welding04Grinding05Finish06Crating

Every stage happens in the same workshop in Pingshan, Shenzhen, which is why a set of pieces arrives matching.

Comparison

How It Compares With the Alternatives

Compared with Solid cast jellyfish sculptureSolid cast is heavier and requires more structural support; forged steel is lighter and easier to install
Compared with Painted or coated metal sculptureCoated finishes degrade under sunlight and moisture; polished stainless steel maintains appearance over time
Compared with Resin or fiberglass jellyfishResin fades and becomes brittle outdoors; stainless steel is durable and weather-resistant
Compared with Standard catalogue sculptureCatalogue pieces are fixed in size and shape; these are built to your layout drawing
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FAQ

Jellyfish Swarm Questions

What material are the jellyfish made from?

They are forged from 304 stainless steel plate and then mirror polished. 304 is used because it holds a polish and resists corrosion.

Can you make them in the sizes and heights on our layout drawing?

Yes. Our technicians calculate the forming data for each piece, so sizes and curvature follow your drawing exactly.

Can the sculptures be mounted on a wall or ceiling?

Yes. Fixing details are welded on to suit wall, ceiling or ground mounting based on your site condition.

What finish is applied to the surface?

The standard finish is mirror polish. Brushed satin, colour electroplating and baked lacquer are also available.

How are the pieces packed for export?

Polished faces are covered with protective film and the pieces are crated. Tell us the destination port and we will confirm the crating arrangement.

Can we see a sample before the full group is made?

Yes. One piece can be produced for approval before the full cluster goes into production.

How do we get a price?

Send the layout drawing or a sketch with sizes and quantities by email or WhatsApp and we will quote against it.

Quote Jellyfish Swarm at Your Size

Tell us the size, the quantity and where it will be installed. A drawing or a reference photograph is enough to start.