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Sika Deer
Stainless steel sika deer sculptures are forged from 304 stainless steel plate into lifelike animal forms with smooth, continuous surfaces and polished finishes. Designed for outdoor installation in parks, plazas and public landscapes, they are built to a landscape architect's layout drawing, allowing for variation in size and placement across a site. The hollow construction keeps weight low while maintaining structural integrity for permanent outdoor use.
| Material | Stainless steel, 304 as standard |
|---|---|
| Forming | Hand forged and welded from plate |
| Standard Finish | Mirror polish |
| Alternative Finishes | Brushed satin, colour electroplating, baked lacquer |
| Typical Use | Park, plaza and public landscape installation |
| Sizes | Built to the buyer layout drawing |
| Category | Stainless Steel Sculpture |
| Made In | Pingshan District, Shenzhen, China |
Key Benefits
- Forged from 304 stainless steel plate, so the sculpture resists rust and holds a polish in outdoor conditions
- Hollow construction reduces weight compared to solid casting, making on-site placement easier
- Mirror polish or brushed finish reflects light and surroundings, integrating the sculpture into the landscape
- No sharp edges or protruding parts, suitable for public spaces with foot traffic or children
- Built to your layout drawing, so sizes and positions can vary to match a site plan instead of a fixed product
Application Scenarios
- Public park entrances and central lawns where a sculptural animal adds character without blocking views
- Plaza installations near buildings or walkways where a large animal form acts as a landmark
- Landscape schemes where a group of deer move through a planting bed or along a path
- Shopping mall or resort courtyard where a deer sculpture adds naturalistic detail to a paved area
- Municipal landscape projects requiring durable, low-maintenance outdoor art that lasts for years
Who It Is For
- Landscape architects specifying animal forms for public parks and urban plazas
- Property developers installing decorative features in show gardens or entrance zones
- Municipal parks departments replacing temporary planters with permanent sculptural elements
- Hotel and resort buyers sourcing outdoor art that withstands weather and cleaning
- Art consultants coordinating a series of animal sculptures across a larger site
Problems It Solves
- Painted or coated metal animals fade, chip or peel in outdoor conditions while polished stainless steel maintains appearance
- Solid cast animal sculptures are heavy and require lifting equipment for placement, increasing site costs
- Catalogue animal sculptures come in fixed sizes and cannot be adjusted to fit a drawn layout
- Natural stone animal forms are expensive to source and difficult to match in size and shape across a group
- Resin or fiberglass animal sculptures degrade under UV exposure and cannot be mirror polished
Technical Features
- Body forged from 304 stainless steel plate and welded into a closed form
- Weld seams dressed and ground before polishing to achieve a seamless appearance
- Hollow construction with internal bracing for strength and reduced weight
- Finish options include mirror polish, brushed satin, colour electroplating and baked lacquer
- Fixing detail adapted to site condition such as lawn, paving or shallow ground
Materials
- 304 stainless steel plate for the main body and structural details
- Stainless steel welding consumables matched to the parent plate to maintain finish consistency
Quality Control
- Formed shape checked against the approved drawing before welding
- Weld seams inspected and dressed until they are invisible under the final finish
- Polished surface checked under light for grinding marks, orange peel or unevenness
- Protective film applied to all polished faces before crating
Customization Options
- Any size and number of deer sculptures to match your layout drawing
- Mirror, brushed, colour plated or baked lacquer finish per piece or per group
- Fixing detail adapted to lawn, paving, planter or shallow ground installation
- Sample piece produced for approval before full production begins
Use Guide
- Send the site layout drawing with deer positions and intended sizes marked
- Confirm whether the deer will sit on lawn, paving, or in a planter, as the fixing detail differs
- Leave the protective film in place until surrounding landscape work is complete
- Clean with water and a soft cloth; do not use abrasive pads on polished surfaces
- Re-polish locally if a piece is scratched during site work instead of replacing it
Manufacturing Process
How This Piece Is Made
- Review of the site layout drawing and agreement on cluster size and placement
- Plate forming data calculated for each section of the deer before cutting begins
- Hand forging of the steel plate into the animal's shape and form
- Welding of the closed body and dressing back of all weld lines
- Grinding through successive grits followed by mirror polishing or brushed finish
- Fixing detail welded on, protective film applied, and crating prepared for export
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 Natural stone deerStone is heavier and harder to place, and matching forms across a group is difficult
Compared with Cast copper deerCast copper develops a patina over time, which may not match the intended look, and is heavier
Compared with Painted carbon steel deerPainted steel can chip and rust at any scratch, requiring maintenance
Compared with Resin animal sculpturesResin fades under sunlight and cannot be mirror polished or used in high-traffic areas
Where This Piece Is Used
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Sika Deer Questions
What material are the deer made from?
They are forged from 304 stainless steel plate and then polished. 304 is used because it holds a polish and resists rust in outdoor conditions.
Can you make them in the sizes on our layout drawing?
Yes. Our technicians calculate the forming data for each steel plate, so sizes and curvature follow your drawing exactly.
Can the deer be installed in water?
Yes. They are suitable for shallow water features. Tell us the water condition so the fixing detail and drainage can be designed accordingly.
What finishes are available besides mirror polish?
Brushed satin, colour electroplating and baked lacquer are all available. Samples can be made for approval before production.
How are the pieces packed for export?
Polished faces are covered with protective film and the pieces are crated. We confirm the crating arrangement based on your destination port.
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 based on it.
Quote Sika Deer 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.