Q: Can this panda stay in an outdoor garden all year round?
Yes — balcony & terrace and outdoor garden. The polyresin is tested down to -20 °C and the UV treatment specifically protects the ivory white of the fur, which is naturally more sensitive to fading without protection. Its weight (2.8kg) and its almost square footprint ensure excellent stability outdoors.
Q: What is the difference between this sitting panda and the XXL panda in the catalog?
The size and the impact. The sitting panda (32x31xH36cm, 2.8kg, Medium) is a beautiful piece for the terrace or garden — present and well visible, easily repositionable. The XXL panda (63x61xH71cm, 12.1kg, Large) is a nearly life-sized sculpture that stands out in a large garden with a spectacular presence. Together, they create the most complete and impressive panda composition in the catalog.
Q: Is the giant panda an endangered species?
Yes — the giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) is classified as "vulnerable" on the IUCN Red List, with a wild population estimated at around 1,800 individuals. It is the emblematic animal of WWF and the global symbol of wildlife protection. Giving its sculpture also serves to remind this reality and the importance of its preservation.
Q: Is it a good gift for someone who loves pandas and nature?
One of the most universally well-received gifts in the catalog — precisely because the panda is the most loved animal in the world. Its sitting and serene posture, its black/white graphic contrast, and its connotation of nature protection make it a gift that conveys something strong and positive, for any profile and any occasion.
Q : Does this sculpture fit a zen or Asian-themed garden?
It is even its strongest natural placement. The giant panda is native to China and is at the heart of Asian culture. In a zen garden with bamboo, pebbles, and a fountain, it is the only animal in the catalog that creates total and immediate thematic coherence.