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Edge Sculpture Gorilla Bust Large | Matt Buckley Hand-Painted Contemporary Wildlife Sculpture 39cm

Edge Sculpture Gorilla Bust Large | Matt Buckley Hand-Painted Contemporary Wildlife Sculpture 39cm

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Edge Sculpture – Gorilla Bust | Large EDB05

There is no animal quite like the gorilla. Raw power and quiet intelligence in a single extraordinary form.

Natives of the forests of central Africa, gorillas are our closest cousins — sharing over 98% of our DNA, exhibiting many human traits and emotions, and even making their own tools.  One of Matt Buckley's favourite animals and the centrepiece of his acclaimed Ape series, this large-scale bust commands every room it enters with an effortless, brooding authority.

Traditionally designed in clay by Matt Buckley, then hand-cast from a special blend of marble stone and hand-painted in his Shropshire studioseach piece carries the organic vitality of the original clay sculpt. All pieces share the same character but are very slightly different — a mark of genuine hand-crafted authenticity that mass production can never replicate.

At 39cm tall and weighing in at 9kg, this is a sculpture with real presence. A statement piece. A conversation starter. An instant heirloom.

SKU: EDB05 | Brand: Edge Sculpture | Artist: Matt Buckley

Ancient. Intelligent. Utterly unmissable.

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Materials and care

Materials

  • Crafted by skilled artisans from durable, high-quality stone resin 
  • Individually hand-painted with impeccable finish
  • Each piece carries subtle natural variation as a hallmark of hand-crafted authenticity

Care Instructions

  • Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth
  • Avoid abrasive materials or chemical cleaning sprays
  • Indoor display only
  • Handle with care

Merchandising tips

Style & Display

  • Group pieces by theme or character universe for maximum visual impact — clusters of related pieces signal to collectors that this is a range worth exploring
  • Give each piece room to breathe — these are sculptures, not knick-knacks; crowding them obscures the hand-painted detail that makes them special
  • Position at eye level where possible so customers can appreciate the intricate folk art patterning up close
  • Lead with the largest or most dramatic piece as the anchor, then build smaller pieces around it
  • A backdrop that complements the colour palette of each piece will draw the eye and elevate the display from shop shelf to curated collection

Gifting

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  • Always lead with the story, not the price — communicating the craftsmanship and the specific scene or character moment justifies the price far more effectively than the number alone
  • Position smaller pieces as approachable gifts for birthdays and celebrations; larger statement pieces as landmark gifts for significant occasions; detailed scene pieces as the ultimate collector's statement
  • Every piece arrives in a branded gift box — no additional wrapping needed, making these an effortless premium gift at any price point
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