Q: Is the doe represented lying down or standing up ?
Lying down — legs folded under the body, head slightly raised, in the calm and confident resting posture that is the signature of the doe in safety. It is a horizontal and low posture (H37 cm for L45 cm) that gives it a slender and serene silhouette. It would not be as beautiful standing — it is precisely the lying posture that reveals all the delicacy of its lines.
Q: Can this sculpture stay outside all year round, including in Belgian winter ?
Yes, without restriction. The high-density polyresin is tested down to -20 °C — it withstands Belgian and Dutch winters without cracking. The UV treatment protects the warm tones of the fawn coat from fading. Its weight of 3.2 kg and its large footprint ensure perfect stability in all conditions. No sheltering necessary.
Q: Are the coat details really hand-painted or industrial?
Hand-painted, layer by layer. This is what gives the fawn coat its natural shades — the variations between the darker back and the lighter belly, the characteristic warm highlights of the doe's summer fur, the delicacy of the details around the muzzle and ears. Each piece has slight variations unique to hand painting, which enhances the naturalness of the sculpture.
Q: Can this doe be used indoors?
Absolutely — although the official use mentions balcony & terrace and outdoor garden, the high-density polyresin is perfectly suitable for indoors. The lying posture and natural tones of the fawn coat integrate very well into warm decors — entryway, living room, library. The only practical consideration is its size (45 cm long, 3.2 kg) which requires sufficient space and surface.
Q: Is it a good gift for someone with a large garden?
It is one of the most striking pieces in the Garden Nice catalog for this profile. A doe lying in a garden is a rare and precious presence — it immediately transforms the space, giving it a natural and wild dimension that no other animal in the catalog brings with the same elegance. It is a gift that settles in, that visitors notice and talk about.