Boy & Girl Reading on a Large Tree Trunk Bronze Sculpture

Product Details

* Code: FIGI83
* Price: £10,195.00
* Size: 197 × 72 × 127 cm
* Weight: Approx. TBC

A Monumental Celebration of Childhood Learning

This large-scale bronze sculpture presents a beautifully composed scene of shared childhood learning. A boy and girl sit on either side of an open book, fully absorbed in reading together. Their posture suggests concentration, curiosity, and cooperation, capturing a moment that feels both peaceful and purposeful.

The sculpture conveys a strong sense of togetherness, making it particularly meaningful for settings where education, growth, and shared experience are valued.

Balanced Figures with Natural Detail

Both figures are dressed simply, allowing the interaction to remain the focal point. Their verdigris-finished tops introduce softness and colour, while the darker brown shorts ground the figures visually. The girl’s hair is casually tied back, falling gently over her shoulders, adding a relaxed and natural character to the scene.

The boy’s shorter, fuller hairstyle complements the composition, creating visual balance between the two figures without symmetry feeling forced or static.

Substantial Tree Trunk Base

The fallen tree trunk is a defining feature of this sculpture. Finished in a deep brown patina, it curves gently in an almost arcing form, giving the piece flow and structure. A natural crack rising from the base adds realism and texture, reinforcing the impression of a genuine fallen tree rather than a decorative support.

Its scale and solidity anchor the sculpture firmly, both physically and visually, making it suitable for prominent outdoor placement.

Designed for Large Gardens and Public Spaces

Due to its impressive proportions, this sculpture is ideally suited to open environments where it can be viewed from multiple angles. It works exceptionally well on lawns, within landscaped grounds, or as a focal point in school gardens, libraries, learning centres, and public or private estates.

Despite its size, the subject matter remains calm and inviting, ensuring it enhances rather than overwhelms its surroundings.

A Meaningful Statement Sculpture

Boy & Girl Reading on a Large Tree Trunk is often chosen for its symbolic value. It represents shared learning, friendship, and the formative moments of childhood education. The scene feels timeless, allowing it to resonate equally with children, parents, educators, and visitors.

Its thoughtful design and natural styling ensure long-term relevance and emotional depth.

A Lasting Presence in the Landscape

This sculpture is designed to be lived with over time. As the garden matures around it, the piece continues to offer calm, reflection, and gentle storytelling. It is a strong yet compassionate statement sculpture that rewards both close inspection and distant viewing.

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