Girl Flying Kite Children’s Bronze Statue celebrates the anticipation of a little girl setting off into the breeze. With her kite held high, one arm extended and a foot lifted behind her, she seems poised to take another running step. Braided pigtails, carefully modeled overalls and a bow-trimmed kite tail give the scene its familiar childhood character. Her cheerful expression invites a closer look, while the open pose brings movement to the surrounding landscape.
At 44 inches tall, or 3 feet 8 inches, this bronze garden sculpture is substantial enough to draw attention without overwhelming an intimate courtyard or planted border. The composition extends 46 inches in length and 28 inches in depth, giving the kite, outstretched arm and lifted foot room to tell the story. Viewed from another angle, the sculpted base, clothing folds and changing silhouette reveal details that a single front view cannot capture.
A Little Girl with a Kite for Gardens and Residential Landscapes
Imagine this girl flying a kite bronze statue beside a broad lawn, framed by spring flowers or standing within a sunny front garden. Her lively posture creates a welcoming focal point at a home entrance, near a patio or in an estate courtyard. A simple backdrop of greenery gives the raised kite a clear outline, while low planting around the base keeps the running pose visible.
For families, the subject can recall afternoons spent outdoors, the excitement of learning something new and the pleasure of watching a child at play. It offers a personal, recognizable theme for a residential garden or shared neighborhood landscape. The sculpture’s warmth comes from those small observed details: a hand reaching outward, the bend of a knee and the ribbon-like tail following the kite.
Children’s Bronze Art for Parks and Public Spaces
For city parks departments, landscape architects and public art committees, this children’s bronze sculpture brings an approachable theme to a park entrance, library garden, school courtyard or community center. Its scene of outdoor play can complement a public-space beautification project and give visitors a memorable point of interest along a landscaped walk.
Plan a location where the whole silhouette can be appreciated and the extended kite and arm have clear space around them. Review the overall dimensions, pedestrian clearance, delivery access and mounting surface with your installer. For a city presentation or landscape proposal, ask F&R Bronze about preparing an architectural concept image showing the sculpture in your proposed setting. The gallery includes architectural concept photos to help you explore placement ideas.
Lost Wax Casting and Hand-Finished Patina
This handmade bronze statue is created using the traditional lost wax casting process. Individual bronze sections are cast, joined and carefully finished by skilled artisans to preserve the expressive face, clothing and modeled details. These heirloom-quality bronzes are made to be enjoyed for generations with proper care. When production is required, the casting process typically takes 30 to 60 days.
Artisans hand-finish the sculpture with a multicolor acid patina, combining warm bronze tones with turquoise accents that define the overalls and other details. We make every effort to keep the multicolor finish available. An all-brown bronze patina can be custom applied by request and generally requires 4 to 8 weeks. Because each sculpture is finished by hand, subtle variations in color and shading are part of its individual character.
Dimensions and Details
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Item number: 950
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Dimensions: 44 inches high × 46 inches long × 28 inches deep
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Approximate weight: 175 pounds
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Material: bronze
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Subject: a little girl running with a kite
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Base: integrated sculpted base
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Finish: multicolor hand-applied acid patina; all-brown patina available by request
Mounting and Bronze Care Options
Optional welded mounting nuts: $49.95. Mounting nuts can be welded underneath the bronze before shipment, providing threaded attachment points so the sculpture can be bolted down and secured to a suitable mounting surface. Select the mounting-nut option before checkout. More information about mounting nuts.
Bronze Care and Maintenance Kit: $69.95. Add the kit for ongoing care of the bronze finish. View kit details and care information.
Availability and Delivery
Call 800-664-4034 to confirm availability, discuss your preferred patina and plan delivery. Confirmed in-stock pieces generally require 3 to 5 business days for handling, with dispatch Monday through Thursday, followed by approximately 5 to 7 business days in transit. Standard shipping is included within the contiguous 48 United States. This heavy bronze is final sale under our return policy; approved shipping-damage claims are addressed separately.
