Sitting Family of 4 Shelf Figurine - Bronze 28cm

The Sitting Family of 4 is a 28cm polyresin shelf figurine depicting two adults and two children seated side by side, each with legs designed to dangle over the edge of a shelf, mantle or display unit. The four figures are cast in a rough-textured polyresin finished in distressed bronze, with raised highlights on the limbs and torsos giving an aged, hand-rubbed metal appearance.

Designed to sit on narrow surfaces where the legs overhang, the figurine adds sculptural interest to bookshelves, floating shelves in hallways, mantles above fireplaces, and windowsills with 11cm or greater depth. The 23cm width allows it to fit between book stacks or alongside framed photographs without requiring dedicated floor or table space. The seated posture and dangling legs create a relaxed, informal composition that works in family rooms, reading corners and entrance halls.

Each figure is cast with minimal facial detail, focusing on posture and proportion rather than individual features. The distressed bronze finish shows darker recesses and lighter raised areas, giving depth and variation across the surface. The polyresin construction keeps the weight at 0.83kg, light enough to sit safely on most shelving without reinforcement. The finish pairs with warm-toned wood, natural fibres and earth-colour interiors common in rustic, Scandinavian and contemporary family spaces.

What shelf depth is needed?

The figurine needs a minimum 11cm shelf depth to sit safely, with the legs designed to overhang the front edge. Most standard bookshelves and floating shelves accommodate this depth comfortably.

Is the bronze finish metal or resin?

The figurine is cast in polyresin (a composite resin material) and finished in a distressed bronze coating. It is not solid metal, which keeps the weight at 0.83kg rather than several kilograms that a bronze-cast equivalent would weigh.

How is the figurine cleaned?

Wipe gently with a dry microfibre cloth to remove dust. For stubborn marks, use a barely-damp cloth with plain water. Avoid household sprays, polishes or abrasive cleaners that could damage the distressed bronze finish.

Can it stand on a flat surface without the legs overhanging?

The design assumes the legs overhang a shelf edge. It can sit on a flat table or mantle, but the visual effect is less striking when the dangling legs rest against a vertical surface rather than hang freely.