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Full of charm and countryside character, our Hedgehog Sculpture is a delightful tribute to one of Britain’s most beloved garden visitors. Hand-forged in steel at our Wolds Farm studio, each piece is carefully crafted to capture the hedgehog’s rounded form, textured spines, and inquisitive nature. Whether nestled among flowerbeds, perched on a wall, or placed near a garden path, this little sculpture brings a touch of warmth and personality to any outdoor space.
Finished in a rustic or weatherproof galvanised patina, it’s designed to age beautifully with the seasons. A perfect gift for wildlife lovers and those who appreciate the magic of the natural world — made with care, to last a lifetime.
A fun and charming garden sculpture, perfect for countryside or wildlife lovers. With earthy tones that blend naturally into outdoor surroundings, this hedgehog sculpture brings harmony and personality to any garden or green space. Hedgehogs are a beloved and familiar part of the wildlife in Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire. Through careful observation and study, Charles has captured their unique form and spirit—bringing each sculpture to life in a way that ensures no two are ever exactly the same.
The creative process begins with a simple, old-fashioned pencil and paper. Charles hand-sketches every design in his studio, focusing on the animal’s movement, posture, and lifelike personality before determining its final scale and proportions. Once the drawing is complete, it is transferred onto a large metal footplate using artists’ chalk. This full-size sketch may stay on the studio floor for up to a week, while Charles edits, refines, and adjusts the lines until the design is just right.
Next, the body outline is hand-bent using 8mm or 10mm mild steel bar, carefully following the curves of the sketch. The bare frame is then welded together and stood upright—revealing the true scale of the sculpture and allowing Charles and the team to identify any needed adjustments. To create the hedgehog’s distinctive spiky texture and body form, smaller 6mm or 8mm mild steel bars are hand-cut and bent.
This stage is where the magic happens: as the sculpture is infilled, its structure, movement, and facial features begin to emerge—turning steel into something full of life and character. Once the body is complete, the sculpture moves to its finishing process. We apply a rustic patina using our in-house, all-natural, non-toxic solution—a carefully developed blend that creates a warm, golden-orange tone. This finish matures beautifully outdoors, allowing the sculpture to settle naturally into its surroundings.
If you have any question regarding this product or any other sculpture on our website then feel free to get in touch with our team.
Hedgehog Dimensions:
Height: 25cm Length: 35cm Width: 15 cm
Available in oxidised steel patina, as shown, where the surface is protected from within and permitted to develop a quiet, architectural patination through exposure to the elements.
Alternatively, the sculpture may be offered with an hot dipped zinc finish, or professionally painted patinations in a refined palette of colours, including tonal, metallic, and luxury surface treatments. Each patination is chosen for its longevity, depth, and ability to weather with grace.
Illumination Kits are not available for this sculpture.
We arrange worldwide delivery and installation, tailored to your location and the scale of the piece. Smaller sculptures are shipped using secure, tracked services; larger works are professionally crated and transported by expert art handlers or delivered in person by our team. Wherever you are, we bring sculpture to your world safely and seamlessly.
For clients across the UK and around the world, we offer a full professional installation service to ensure your sculpture is positioned exactly as intended. Whether the piece is destined for a private garden, a coastal estate, a city rooftop or a public art site overseas, our team can travel internationally to bring the final stage of the artwork to life.
To prepare an accurate installation quotation, please provide:
• Ground type – e.g. grass, soil, loose stone, hard standing, concrete pads or water
• Precise sculpture location – including any lifting, lowering or obstacles on site
• Access details – e.g. gates, stairs, steps, paths, driveway access, alleyways or fences
Our installation team will assess the site and requirements in detail, ensuring the correct foundations, fixings, lifting equipment and personnel are allocated. This allows us to deliver a seamless, safe and efficient installation experience anywhere in the world.
To receive your personalised international delivery and/or installation quote, please email the above details to: sales@charleselliottsculpture.co.uk
£1,782.00
Charles Elliott Sculpture is a contemporary studio creating sculptural works in bronze and steel for public, private, and architectural settings worldwide.
Based in England and led by sculptor Charles Elliott, the studio works with international collectors, landscape designers, developers, and public institutions, with commissioned sculptures placed across Europe and the United States.
Charles has presented work in distinguished cultural settings including Royal Ascot Racecourse and the Cheltenham Festival, and has received award recognition at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
Each work is conceived as a lasting presence — shaped by material, scale, and an enduring relationship with place.
