Saturday, 24 January 2015

The Allure Of A Metal Wall Sculpture

By Janine Hughes


Even the most stylish room looks unfinished when the walls are empty. Metal wall sculpture was popular in the 1960s and 70s but has been making a real comeback recently. A huge variety of styles, shapes and sizes featuring all sorts of subject matter are available for purchase from many local and online stores. These sculptures transform empty walls from drab to extraordinary in no time.

The quality of the metals used by artisans is usually high. Many of them use aluminum but other metals like brass, copper, iron and steel are also used. Sometimes metals are even combined for more texture and depth. Where a piece is to hang has an influence on what type of material is selected. Sculptures that hang on garden walls or patios may be made of copper as it gets a lovely patina when oxidation takes place.

Sculptures have to be properly mounted to ensure their stability and optimize their appearance. It can be quite heavy and the hardware used should be rated at twice the weight of the piece. The mounting of such pieces is usually done with brackets. Instructions are often received together with the piece when it is bought.

Images from nature are popular subjects for such sculptures. Fishes and many other sea creatures add fun and a whimsical touch in houses near the ocean. Trees come in all sorts of forms, from more impressionist styles to fun, quirky ones. For a kitchen, there are many warm and inviting images such as coffee mugs or kettles.

All sorts of styles are available from contemporary and abstract to vintage and folk. There is something to suit every type of decor and every size of building, from large commercial blocks to small cottages. In an office block, several panels may cover a large expanse in the entrance with abstract swirling silvers, chromes and greys creating excitement and adding depth and dimension to the space. In a small cottage, a small vintage clock sculpture would be more appropriate.

The taste of a person always comes into play when choosing art. Modern and funky, conservative, ultra modern and elegant tastes are all catered for in stores. A beautifully sculpted bowl of flowers adds elegance to any space. Sea creatures like fish, turtles and dolphins are appreciated by those who live in beach houses. Some of the abstract, ultra modern pieces today are very inspiring to those who live in contemporary styled homes and want to introduce a wow factor.

These pieces vary considerably in price depending on size, type of metal and other factors. . Shopping online gives one an opportunity to compare products and prices. Spending more on such a piece of art may be a wise decision as such a piece may provide all the decorative interest needed in a room. Designers often take inspiration from a piece like this and design a whole room around it.

The great variety of designs, shapes and sizes can make shopping for such an item quite confusing. Shopping online allows one to compare items easily and offers plenty of items to browse through before making a choice. A special work will give pleasure for many years and attract the attention of all those who enter a room.




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