Dimensions
Sculpture comes in two parts
Assembled Sculpture
175.2 x 464.5 x 177.1 inch (H*L*W)15873.9 lbs
445 x 1180 x 450 cm (H*L*W) 7200 kgs
Sculpture Front Part (Rhino, hippo and gorilla)
125.2 x 358.2 x 86.6 inch (H*L*W) 5291 lbs
318 x 910 x 220 cm (H*L*W) 2400 kgs
Sculpture Back Part (Zebra, Tiger, elephant, Rabbitwoman, Dogman)
175.2 x 464.5 x 90.5 inch (H*L*W) 10582 lbs
445 x 1180 x 230 cm (H*L*W) 4800 kgs
Medium
Bronze
Style
Contemporary Sculpture, Wildlife, Activist Art
Edition Number
/6
Description
The Arms of Friendship draws you into a moment of awe and imagination — a monumental octopus rising from the ground, its sweeping tentacles gently lifting and cradling some of the world’s most iconic and endangered animals. Along its curling limbs, carefully formed spaces invite you to sit, guiding you into the sculpture in a way that feels both natural and intentional. At first, the scene feels playful and dreamlike, but as you take your place within these openings, its deeper meaning begins to unfold. The octopus, a symbol of intelligence and mystery, wraps its arms around a fragile world — holding each creature with care while leaving space for us to join them. In a time when species are disappearing at an alarming rate, these moments of connection matter more than ever. Sitting within the sculpture becomes a quiet act of belonging — a reminder that we are not separate from the wild, but part of it, and that protecting it begins with choosing to be present, to care, and to act.
Artwork features
Gillie and Marc love working in bronze for many reasons. Bronze is a very hardy material and will last forever. As experts in coloring bronze, Gillie and Marc enjoy experimenting with their sculptures, adding a splash of color to brighten the work, making it even more unique. > Read more
For every purchase of a bronze sculpture you will receive a certificate of authenticity, titled, signed, dated and editioned by the artists.
Care Instructions
Bronze is very easy to clean, allowing you to enjoy your precious sculpture with minimal upkeep. > Read more
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