I had a close call last week with a modern terracotta piece that was so top-heavy, it nearly toppled during an inspection. Talk about a heart stopper! I caught it just in time, but now I’m thinking about crafting a more stable base — maybe something that will prevent future acrobatics. Anyone else had a sculpture scare like that?
And i’ve had a similar scare with a large statue! It helps to use a wider plinth or even add weighted materials inside the base for extra stability. What kind of materials are you thinking about for your new base?
It’s always a balancing act, isn’t it? A wider plinth could definitely help, but you might also want to consider a heavier base material — like concrete… Nothing like making sure your sculptures stay grounded, right?
It sounds like a real nail-biter! Have you thought about using a sandbag hidden in the base? It could add some weight without compromising the look.
, I feel you! It’s such a headache when sculptures play acrobatics — you might want to try a silicone putty for the base; it could give a bit of added grip without changing the aesthetic.