The River Sprite

A charming tribute to the beginnings of a river giant, The River Sprite captures the innocent curiosity of a hippo calf. Hand-sculpted and finished in a deep, lustrous bronze, this piece balances the weight of the animal’s form with a sense of lighthearted movement. Mounted on a rugged, organic base, it is an evocative piece of artisanal storytelling that brings a touch of the wild into a refined setting.

Unlike a simple coat of paint, this finish is achieved through a multi-stage layering process designed to give the sculpture depth and a sense of age:

Deep Toning: A dark base layer is applied to settle into the recessed areas of the sculpture. This creates natural shadows in the fur and the deep crevices, providing immediate anatomical “weight.”

Metallic Bronzing: High points and muscular ridges are hand-rubbed with a rich bronze pigment. This captures the light, giving the piece the cold, heavy appearance of a traditional foundry casting while remaining a unique, hand-worked original.

Resin Composite

Length: 12,5cm Width: 7cm Height: 8cm

Weight: approx 300 – 400g