Founder & CEO Bronze Portrait Sculptures for Corporate Offices
(UK & International)
A bronze portrait sculpture is one of the most enduring ways for a company to recognise its founder, chairman, or chief executive. Commissioned for corporate headquarters, office receptions, and institutional buildings, these works communicate leadership, continuity, and long-term vision.
At Charles Elliott Sculpture, we create bespoke bronze portrait sculptures for organisations across the UK and internationally, working closely with boards, founders, families, and professional teams to deliver sculptures that feel considered, respectful, and permanent.
If you are exploring a portrait sculpture for a corporate or institutional setting, you are welcome to
call +44 (0)1494 758896 or email the studio for an initial discussion.
Why Companies Commission Bronze Portrait Sculptures
Founder and CEO portrait sculptures are most often commissioned to mark:
The founding of a company
A significant anniversary or milestone
Retirement or succession
Long-term contribution to an organisation
Placed within an office or headquarters, a bronze bust or portrait sculpture becomes part of the company’s identity — reinforcing heritage, values, and leadership to staff, clients, and visitors.
Bronze is chosen not for fashion, but for permanence. Properly cast, it will endure for generations with minimal maintenance.
Bust or Full Figure: Choosing the Right Format
Most corporate portrait commissions fall into two formats:
Bronze Bust Sculpture
Head and shoulders
Ideal for office receptions, foyers, and boardrooms
Formal, timeless, and discreet
Typically mounted on a stone or architectural plinth
Full or Partial Figure Sculpture
Used where space and prominence allow
Suitable for headquarters, campuses, or exterior locations
Often chosen for founders of major organisations
We advise on format based on space, visibility, and the tone the organisation wishes to set.
Sculpting From Life or From Reference
Portrait accuracy and character are central to successful work.
Where possible, we sculpt:
From life, through sittings at our studio or on site
Where this is not possible, we work confidently from:
Professional photographs
Archive images
Historic or memorial material
This approach is often used for:
Memorial portrait sculptures
International commissions
Founder sculptures commissioned posthumously
Each portrait is sculpted in clay and refined before casting, allowing for careful adjustment and approval.
The Corporate Portrait Commissioning Process
We keep the process structured, discreet, and clear.
Initial consultation
We discuss intent, placement, scale, and budget range.
Clay portrait stage
The portrait is sculpted by hand in clay. This is the most important stage for capturing likeness and presence.
Client review and refinement
Clients are invited to review progress and request refinements before casting.
Bronze casting and finishing
The approved clay is cast in bronze using traditional foundry methods and finished to the agreed surface tone.
Delivery and installation
We coordinate delivery, plinth placement, and installation guidance where required.
Typical timelines range from 4 to 9 months, depending on availability, approvals, and complexity.
Placement Within Offices & Headquarters
Bronze portrait sculptures are commonly installed in:
Office reception areas
Entrance foyers
Boardrooms
Headquarters atriums
We regularly advise on:
Sightlines and lighting
Plinth height and materials
Integration with architectural finishes
The aim is always a calm, confident presence rather than overt display.
Working Internationally
Charles Elliott Sculpture works with clients across the UK and internationally, including organisations with offices and headquarters in London, New York, the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia.
We are accustomed to working with:
International boards and PAs
Legal and estates teams
Architects and interior designers
Much of the process can be handled remotely, supported by clear documentation and regular updates.
Budgets & Expectations
While every commission is unique, corporate bronze portrait sculptures typically fall within:
£5,000 to £150,000+, depending on scale, finish, and installation requirements
We are transparent about scope and feasibility from the outset.
Discussing a Portrait Sculpture Commission
If your organisation is considering a bronze portrait sculpture for a founder, CEO, or chairman, an initial conversation is often the most effective way to explore suitability and approach.
You are welcome to
call +44 (0)1494 758896 or
email the studio
to discuss your project in confidence.