Alex Minin

Contact us with any questions on Russian bronze statues.

Let us see the markings, close-ups and underneath the base of your statue. Use more light to take the images, the best way to do it - take it out in the direct sunlight. Same day or next day response guaranteed.

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Tips for photographing your bronze statue

Taking high-quality photos of intricate items like bronze statues can be tricky, as metals love to reflect everything around them. Here are a few tips to capture the best possible detail, especially if you are sending them in for appraisal:

• Head to Direct Sunlight: As recommended on the page, taking the statue outdoors into the sun is the absolute best way to bring out hidden markings, signatures, and foundry stamps.
• Avoid the Flash: Built-in camera flashes create harsh hot spots and glare on bronze, which can completely obscure important details like the artist's signature or the texture of the patina. Rely on strong, ambient natural light instead.
• Capture the Angles: Make sure to get clear close-ups of the markings, sculptor signatures, and crucially, the underside of the base. The construction methods visible underneath often tell experts a lot about the statue's age and authenticity.