A stunning pair of large classical gilded bronze maiden statues. Profuse gilding is used to adorn the maidens in shimmering gold classical garb. Their uplifted arms support similarly gilded crown-like tazzas. The statues are set on attractive black and white marble bases. These bronzes are hot cast using the 'lost wax' ('cire perdue') process. Sometimes called by the French name of 'cire perdue' or the Latin, 'cera perduta' is the process by which a bronze or brass is cast from an artist's sculpture. In industrial uses, the modern process is called investment casting. An ancient practice, the process today varies from foundry to foundry, but the steps which are usually used in casting small bronze sculptures in a modern bronze foundry are generally quite standardised. Dimensions in cm: Height 165 x Width 36 x Depth 38 Dimensions in inches: Height 5 feet, 5 inches x Width 1 foot, 2 inches x Depth 1 foot, 3 inches Our reference: 01554 Please feel free to email or call us (+44 20 8809 9605) to arrange a viewing in our North London warehouse. Shipping: We ship worldwide and deliver to Mainland UK addresses free of charge. A shipping cost to all other destinations must be requested prior to purchase. To request a shipping quote for the items in your cart, please click HERE. Delivery and return policy: We require that someone be home on the agreed delivery day if applicable, otherwise a redelivery fee will apply. In accordance with Distance Selling Regulations, we offer a 14-day money back guarantee if you are not satisfied with the item. The item must be returned in its original packaging and condition. Unless the item is not as described in a material way, the buyer is responsible for return shipping expenses. Buyers are fully responsible for any customs duties or local taxes that may be incurred on items sent outside of the European Union.