Turtle
$280.00 – $2,880.00
For coastal installations celebrating nature’s grit, these heartfelt sculptures encapsulate the timeless primal urgency of turtles scampering at sunrise into the saltwater’s silvery curtain on an ancient script into the unknown. All interpreted through textured steel patterns and call of the sea tempered through flame.
Description
Our sea turtle wall sculptures transform 14-gauge Type 316L Marine Grade stainless steel into flowing, anatomically accurate renditions of these ancient mariners. Each ocean-inspired metal art piece begins with detailed sketches focused on the hydrodynamic features that make sea turtles such masterful swimmers – from their streamlined carapace shells to their powerful, paddle-shaped flippers that propel them through vast ocean migrations.
Every coastal wall sculpture takes shape from premium marine-grade stainless steel, meticulously hand-cut with a radiating plasma torch and ground to silken finishes. The steel artwork then undergoes an extreme 1800°F patina fire coloring process that permanently fuses shades of emerald green, sandstone yellow, and midnight black that flow gracefully across each ridged, patterned carapace. No two nautical wall art pieces are identical, echoing the natural variation found in sea turtle shells.
These majestic creatures have navigated Earth’s oceans for more than 100 million years, persevering through epic transoceanic migrations between nesting beaches and feeding grounds thousands of miles away. Their wise eyes, unable to fully retreat into their shells, have witnessed countless sunrises as hatchlings scamper toward the saltwater’s silvery curtain, following an ancient script into the unknown.
Perfect for coastal home decor, beach house walls, or oceanfront installations celebrating marine life, these premium metal wall sculptures capture the timeless spirit of sea turtles through textured steel patterns and the call of the sea tempered through flame. Each piece comes complete with stainless steel brackets and mounting hardware for easy installation.
Specifications:
- Material: 14-gauge (0.075 inch) Type 316L Marine Grade Stainless Steel
- Finish: Heat-treated patina, no paints or coatings
- Mounting: Includes marine-grade stainless steel brackets and hardware
- Installation: Suitable for indoor or outdoor display
- Care: Periodic inspection recommended for outdoor installations
Additional information
| Face | Left, Right |
|---|---|
| Items | 12" x 16", 18" x 20", 25" x 28", 36" x 42", 45" x 50" |
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ABOUT THE ARTIST
Armando R. Hevia, a passionate artist and sport fisherman enthusiast, was born in Havana, Cuba, but moved to the U.S. as a young child. He has lived Orlando, Florida since 1972. Fortunately, Florida is a premier destination for fishing, and the open seas have given him a wide realm of both observation and discernment, fueling his creativity to replicate sea life in his own vision.
Armando has always loved to draw, and studied both Commercial Art and Welding at Mid-Florida Tech in Orlando. His welding knowledge prompted him to experiment with creating his first metal sculpture over 20 years ago. What began as a hobby has turned into much more, and he has methodically developed his stainless steel sculptures depicting sea life. All sculptures begin with a hand drawn design before the metal is cut to the proper specifications of each fish. He then grinds each piece to add depth and dimension into each piece. The array of colors is achieved by controlled heat, a process known as fire color. The colors are not painted on, but rather drawn out of the metal by different temperatures of heat. The colors are then embedded into the steel permanently. Each piece is original, and no two pieces are alike.
Armando not only has a passion for, but takes pride in each piece of art he creates. It is clear he has an innate, intuitive gift for art, and is willing and able to create anything the mind can imagine.