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Stainless Steel Sculpture
The Leopard
The Leopard is a stainless steel sculpture forged from 304 stainless steel plate into a dynamic animal form. It is designed to be installed in outdoor or indoor settings where a strong, permanent sculptural presence is needed without the weight or maintenance of solid cast or painted metal. The form is built to the buyer's drawing, so proportions and scale can be adjusted to fit the site layout.
| 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 | Outdoor plaza, indoor lobby, exhibition hall |
| Sizes | Built to the buyer's drawing |
| Category | Stainless Steel Sculpture |
| Made In | Pingshan District, Shenzhen, China |
Key Benefits
- Forged from 304 stainless steel plate, so the piece is lighter than a solid cast version of the same size
- Mirror polish finish reflects light and surroundings, making the sculpture active in changing conditions
- Hollow construction reduces weight while maintaining structural integrity for outdoor installation
- No painted or coated surface means no chipping, peeling or fading over time
- Form and scale are built to the buyer's drawing, so it fits the intended space without modification
Application Scenarios
- Public plaza or park entrance where a bold animal form adds character without blocking sightlines
- Hotel lobby or reception area where a large indoor sculpture creates a focal point
- Shopping mall atrium or rooftop garden where a permanent piece adds visual interest
- Corporate headquarters or office building entrance with a symbolic animal sculpture
- Exhibition hall or art gallery display where a single large sculpture draws attention
Who It Is For
- Landscape architects specifying permanent sculptural elements for public spaces
- Hotel and resort interior designers sourcing large indoor or outdoor features
- Property developers installing branded or thematic sculpture at building entrances
- Art consultants commissioning site-specific pieces for public or private projects
- Municipal art departments selecting durable, low-maintenance sculpture for public parks
Problems It Solves
- Solid cast metal sculptures are heavy and require lifting equipment for site installation, while forged steel is lighter and easier to handle
- Painted or coated metal outdoors fails over time due to weather, but polished stainless steel maintains its appearance
- Catalogue sculptures often come in fixed sizes that don’t fit a project’s layout, but this piece is built to drawing
- Repainting or touch-up is needed for coated metal, but polished stainless steel requires only wiping or local re-polishing
- Standard animal sculptures are rarely available in custom scale, but this one is sized to the buyer’s site plan
Technical Features
- Body forged from 304 stainless steel plate and welded into a closed form
- Seam lines dressed and ground before final mirror polishing to maintain a seamless appearance
- Hollow construction reduces weight while supporting the full form at any scale
- Fixing detail welded on to match the installation surface—ground, wall, or pedestal
- Finish options include mirror polish, brushed satin, colour electroplating, and baked lacquer
Materials
- 304 stainless steel plate for the main body and fixing components
- Stainless steel welding consumables matched to the parent plate to maintain finish uniformity
Quality Control
- Form checked against the approved drawing before welding
- Weld seams inspected and dressed until they are invisible under the polish
- Polished surface checked under light for grinding marks or orange peel
- Protective film applied to every polished face before crating
Customization Options
- Any scale and proportion built to the buyer's drawing
- Mirror, brushed, colour plated or baked lacquer finish per piece or per group
- Fixing detail adapted to ground, wall, pedestal or floating installation
- Sample piece produced for approval before full production begins
Use Guide
- Send the site layout drawing with the intended location and scale marked
- Confirm whether the sculpture will be installed on ground, wall, or pedestal, as the fixing detail differs
- 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 polished surface
- If a scratch occurs during site work, re-polish the area locally instead of replacing the piece
Manufacturing Process
How This Piece Is Made
- Review of the buyer's layout drawing and agreement on scale and form
- Plate forming data calculated for each section before cutting begins
- Hand forging of the steel plate into the animal form with attention to curvature and proportion
- Welding of the closed body with seams dressed back before polishing
- Grinding through successive grits followed by mirror polishing
- 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 Solid cast bronze leopardCast bronze is heavier and more expensive, but develops a patina that may not match a modern design
Compared with Painted carbon steel sculpturePainted steel is cheaper but chips and rusts at any scratch, while polished stainless steel does not
Compared with Resin animal sculptureResin is light and low cost, but fades under UV and cannot hold a mirror finish
Compared with Standard catalogue animal sculptureCatalogue pieces come in fixed sizes and may not fit the site layout, while this one is built to drawing
Where This Piece Is Used
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The Leopard Questions
What material is the sculpture made from?
It is forged from 304 stainless steel plate and then mirror polished. This grade is used because it holds a polish and resists rust in outdoor and indoor environments.
Can you make it in the size we need?
Yes. Our technicians calculate the forming data for each steel plate, so the size and shape follow your drawing rather than a fixed catalogue size.
Can it be installed outdoors?
Yes. It is suitable for outdoor installation in parks, plazas, or building entrances. Tell us the site conditions so the fixing detail can be adapted.
What finishes are available?
Mirror polish is standard. Brushed satin, colour electroplating, and baked lacquer are also available. Samples can be made for approval before production.
How is it packed for export?
Polished faces are covered with protective film and the piece is crated. We will confirm the crating arrangement based on the destination port.
Can we see a sample before full production?
Yes. One piece can be produced for approval before the full order goes into production, which is standard for custom work.
How do we get a price?
Send the layout drawing or a sketch with scale and quantity by email or WhatsApp and we will quote based on it.
Quote The Leopard 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.