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Bold, intricate, and full of attitude, our Wasp Sculpture is a dramatic tribute to one of nature’s smaller but fiercely powerful creatures. Hand-forged from steel at our Wolds Farm studio, each piece captures the wasp’s sleek body, angular wings, and poised stance with striking precision—ready to take flight at any moment.
Whether mounted on a wall, nestled among plants, or featured in a wildlife-inspired collection, this sculpture injects a dynamic and unexpected energy into any space. Finished in a choice of rustic or weatherproof patinas, it perfectly blends fine detail, natural inspiration, and bold British craftsmanship.
Bugs and insects are everywhere, but our Wasp Sculpture is one of the most talked-about — originally created to help raise funds alongside Wasps Rugby Club!The creation process begins the old-fashioned way: pencil to paper. Charles hand-draws each sketch in his studio, imbuing the insect with movement, character, and lifelike qualities before defining size, measurements, and dimensions. Once the design is finalized, the sketch is transferred with artist’s chalk onto a large metal foot plate in the studio.
The chalk outline remains on the floor for up to a week as Charles refines and adjusts until completely satisfied. With the outline perfected, the team hand-bends 6mm mild steel bars to shape the wasp’s curves before welding the frame together to stand upright. Seeing the sculpture at full scale is a crucial moment, revealing any imperfections or challenges.
Then, smaller 4mm and 6mm mild steel bars are bent and cut by hand to build muscle definition, depth, movement, and character — this is where the wasp truly comes to life. As the team fills in the body, limbs, and facial features, the sculpture gains extraordinary detail and dynamic energy.
Finer touches such as the sting and eyes are crafted using some of the oldest blacksmithing techniques, including our 1920s power hammer, forge, and anvil, adding a unique handcrafted magic. The finishing touches include rustic patina, galvanised, or powder-coated finishes — including the stunning gold pictured — with the full range of RAL colours available. Once complete, the Wasp is ready to take its place in the stunning homes and gardens of our customers and clients.
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.
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Available in the beautiful Rustic Patina finish as pictured or as follows:
Hot Zinc Galvanised, Hand Painted Verdigris & Gold, Hand Painted Matte Black & Copper, Bronze Patina Or Powder Coating Options Throughout The Entire RAL Colour Chart Range
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
Price range: £1,440.00 through £2,016.00
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.
