Category: Saint Statue

Life Size Marble Saint Sebastian statue

Life size marble Saint Sebastian statue, hand-carved natural marble with fine details. Custom sculpture available for museums, churches, galleries and private collections.

Item No: YRMS-029

Size: Height: 5.91 feet(70.87inch)

Material: High Quality Marble

Price: $1,000-$3,000

Technique: Carving

Advantage: Factory Direct, Door to Door Delivery

Service: Custom Design Avaiable.

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Description

This is a life-size marble statue of Saint Sebastian, crafted from premium natural marble.

It is a replica of the world-famous classical sculpture.

The bound figure of Saint Sebastian leans against an ornate classical column, with arrows piercing his body.

The composition includes elaborate details: a helmet, relief carvings on the column, and soft fabric drapery. We offer custom manufacturing: you can adjust the size, marble tone and modify individual elements of the sculpture according to your requirements.

Surface Antiquing Treatment

Our master craftsmen carefully render the anatomy, muscle definition, and body curves of the figure. Arrow feathers, scroll decorations on the column, folds of drapery, and tiny helmet details are sharply carved.

A standout option for this Saint Sebastian statue is our surface antiquing treatment.

Our artisans specially apply this aged finish to recreate the authentic look of an ancient marble artwork. The surface can be carefully polished or antiqued, and natural marble veins further enhance the figure’s depth and vividness.

This antiquing finish perfectly matches your requirements for classicism and retro style, and blends harmoniously with your space.

Who is Saint Sebastian

Saint Sebastian was an early Christian martyr.

He served as a Roman soldier and secretly practiced the Christian faith.

By order of the emperor, he was sentenced to death by archers.

Saint Sebastian is venerated as the patron saint of soldiers and protector against plague and illness. His image remains one of the most iconic subjects in classical European sculpture and painting.

Ideal Placement

This marble saint statue is perfect for churches, chapels, museums, art galleries, private collections, manors, and exhibition halls. The natural marble artwork is suitable for both outdoor installation and indoor display.

Marble Carving Sculpture – Technique Process
1. Design & Planning

Based on religious themes or client requests, artists create sketches and drawings to define the pose, size, and details of the statue.

2. Selecting the Marble Block

High‑quality natural marble is chosen for its color, texture, and durability, ensuring it is suitable for indoor churches or outdoor use.

3. Rough Shaping

The marble block is cut to size and roughly shaped. Artisans remove excess stone with chisels and machines to form the basic outline.

4. Fine Carving

Using finer tools, sculptors carve facial expressions, hands, drapery, and religious symbols. This is the most skill‑intensive stage.

5. Smoothing & Polishing

The surface is smoothed with abrasives and polished to reveal the natural luster of the marble and a refined finish.

6. Quality Check & Protection

Each statue is carefully inspected. If needed, small corrections are made, and a protective treatment can be applied, especially for outdoor sculptures.

Bronze Sculpture – Technique Process
1. Design & Clay Model

The process begins with drawings and then a clay or wax model of the statue. This model shows all the details and is approved before casting.

2. Mold Making

From the clay model, a mold (usually silicone and plaster or fiberglass) is created. This mold captures all the fine details of the original model.

3. Wax Casting

Molten wax is poured into the mold to create a hollow wax replica of the sculpture. Artists refine the wax surface and add or adjust details.

4. Ceramic Shell (Lost‑Wax Process)

The wax sculpture is coated repeatedly with ceramic slurry and sand to build a hard shell. After drying, the wax is melted and drained out, leaving a hollow ceramic mold.

5. Bronze Pouring

Molten bronze is poured into the ceramic shell. Once the metal cools, the ceramic shell is broken away, revealing the raw bronze sculpture.

6. Welding & Chasing

If the sculpture is cast in several pieces, they are welded together. Artisans then grind, refine, and sharpen the details (a process called chasing).

7. Patina & Surface Treatment

Chemical patinas and heat are used to achieve the desired bronze color and tone. A protective wax or clear coating is applied to improve durability, especially outdoors.

8. Final Inspection

The finished bronze sculpture is inspected, cleaned, and prepared for packing and shipping to the client.

Packaging

>> The packaging is all made of a strong wood crate plus soft fixed.
>> The thickness of the packaged wood board is 3CM (other factories are 1-2CM, which is not strong)
>> The wooden crate is at least 15 cm above the ground, which makes loading more convenient.

Shipping

>> By sea(mainly), by train, by air could be selected according to the characteristics of the product and the requirements of customers.

>> Mainly ship to Xingang in Tianjin(mainly), Dalian, Qingdao, Shanghai, Xiamen, Or Customized.

Freight

>> The shipping cost depends on the total weight and the cube of the product being shipped.
>> Different destinations have different transportation times. Please inform us in advance of urgently needed products.
>> Please send us your destination, we quote directly from the shipping company.

Maintenance of Marble Sculptures:

Marble religious sculptures should be cleaned regularly with a soft cloth and mild, pH‑neutral soap diluted in water. Avoid acidic or abrasive cleaners, wire brushes, or high‑pressure washing, as these can scratch or weaken the stone. For outdoor statues, gently remove dust, bird droppings, and pollution stains, and check periodically for cracks or loose parts so any damage can be repaired in time.

Maintenance of Bronze Sculptures:

Bronze sculptures naturally develop a patina over time, which can help protect the metal. To maintain their appearance, clean the surface gently with a soft cloth or brush and mild soap, then rinse and dry completely. For outdoor bronze statues, a thin coat of clear wax can be applied and lightly polished once or twice a year to protect against moisture and corrosion. Avoid harsh chemicals and abrasive tools that may damage the patina or surface details.