Q: What size to choose between the Small and the Medium?
Depending on the space and the desired effect. The Small (H23cm, 635g) is ideal for a narrow ledge, a composition with other elements, or a limited space — discreet yet easily recognizable. The Medium (H36cm, 1.646kg) is more imposing — it is a true decorative piece for the terrace, visible from several meters away and heavy enough to remain stable even on a ledge exposed to the wind. The two together on the same ledge create the most natural and successful composition.
Q: Can this seagull stay on an exposed balcony all year round, even in winter?
Yes — the polyresin is tested down to -20 °C and the UV treatment specifically protects the white of the plumage, the color most sensitive to fading without protection. Its weather resistance makes it a piece perfectly suited for a coastal balcony exposed to wind, rain, and sea spray all year round.
Q: Can this seagull be used in an outdoor garden on the ground?
The technical sheet mentions balcony & terrace only — not the outdoor garden on the ground. It is designed for protected elevated surfaces. Its relative lightness (635g for the Small) would make it vulnerable to wind in a very exposed position on the ground. For use in a full garden, a sheltered location and a stable surface are recommended.
Q: Does the seagull represent a particular species?
The depicted plumage — white on the body, gray on the back and wings, black edges at the tips, yellow beak with a red spot — corresponds to the plumage of the silver gull (Larus argentatus), the most common species on European coasts and the most universally recognized. It is the image that everyone has of the coastal gull — immediately identifiable by all.
Q: Is this a good gift for someone who loves the sea and coastal life?
A very targeted and well-received gift for this profile. The gull is the bird symbol of the sea and coastal freedom — giving its sculpture to someone who loves the sea or who has a house near the coast is a gift that says "I know your attachment to the sea" with great precision. In Small for an accessible gift, in Medium for a more striking gift.