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Standing Otter Sculpture With Rusted Iron Finish
£350.00
Say hello to Erik Otter, the latest sculpture from my studio … he is a rather spendid and intricately detailed sculpture of an European Otter pup (Lutra Lutra). He has been entirely handmade in the far north of Cumbria using traditional techniques. Most of the reference material came from photographs of otters on Shetland, where they are known locally as a ‘Peerie Draatsie’.
At 14” (35cm) tall this almost life-size Otter statue has been produced in rusted cold-cast Iron (Iron and resin), and hand finished using rust accelerators, as well as wax pastes. The sculpture is equally at home inside or out in the garden, although a coat of lacquer is required to protect the finish outside (please chose between the interior or exterior versions at the checkout).
More detailed information can be found in the ‘description’ section below ⬇️
Limited edition – Inside or outside use* – Intricately detailed – Entirely Handmade
Please note that this limited edition is hand made to order and that there is usually a 4-6 week processing time from order to dispatch. Also, due to the rusting process, no two pieces will have exactly the same finish.
3 in stock
Our Erik Otter Sculpture would certainly create a unique focal point in any room or garden. He is a figurative representation of the much loved European Otter, Lutra Lutra).
The original Erik was hand sculpted in wax using traditional sculpting methods by me, sculptor Kirsty Armstrong. I have been a sculptor for more than 35 years and create my pieces in my home studio in north Cumbria, near the English/ Scottish border.
Erik is anatomically correct with my unique stylised fur detail applied over the top. He is being produced in small batches to order, and as a limited edition of 300 pieces in total.
Erik is available to order here exclusively via The British Craft House in a choice of four finishes. In this listing, it is cold-cast Iron, and he is also available in polished Bronze, Moonlit pewter, and a weathered verdigris bronze finish.
This Rusty Erik in cold-cast Iron (Iron and resin) also has highlights in Iron and ‘foundry bronze’ metallic wax paste, and all versions have enamelled eyes.
I use a moulding and casting company in the English Lake District, just 30 miles from my studio, to produce Erik. Once I have collected a batch of casts I then begin the process of bringing them to life. They are finished and packed by …just me… and everything is done by hand.
Erik’s vital statistics…
Erik is 14” (35cm) to the top of his head, making him almost life size for a 4-5 month old Otter pup.
He weighs approximately 6kg, and his packed parcel weight is a hefty 7.5kg
All variations are suitable for both inside and out, however, for him to go outside he must be sealed and so will require a coat of lacquer* to protect the finish from the weather. Please just tick the option box when ordering. *The exterior lacquer changes the dry ‘rust’ finish to a uniformly ‘satin’ sleek appearance…
In this listing only the ‘rusty Iron’ Erik is available. Please see other listings in my shop for the Bronze, Pewter and verdigris finishes.
From each Erik sold I donate an amount to the Hillswick Wildlife Sanctury on Shetland. I spent three years living on Shetland as a child, and went back there in September 2024. I took a a bronze ‘Erik’ up to Hillswick, where he now lives in the visitor centre. Hillswick is the only Wildlife sanctuary on Shetland and they care for rescued, injured and abandoned Otters and seals.
Delivery…
Erik is large, heavy and expensive to insure and this is reflected in her delivery charges. Currently the UK shipping price is £33; The prices shown are what it costs us in packaging materials and the shipping costs. Erik is shipped in his own purpose built rigid packaging via Parcelforce for UK deliveries which usually takes *1-3 working days after dispatch. International deliveries are sent via UPS which is a 2-3 day insured service. If your shipping destination is not shown then please just send me an enquiry.
How long will my Erik take to make?…
Erik is cast in small batches and entirely made by hand. Please check the current updated processing times at the start of this listing before you place your order. At busy times, it can be anything up to 6-8 weeks, but it is usually between 3-4 weeks. I will keep you updated along your Erik’s journey, and he may well be ready sooner! Please get in touch if need more information about current processing times before ordering, or if you require your order for a certain date.
Shipping Continents: South America, Africa, North America
Shipping Countries: United Kingdom (UK), Canada, Cocos (Keeling) Islands, Australia, Kiribati, Norfolk Island, Tonga, Macao, Cook Islands, New Caledonia, Pitcairn, Tuvalu, Singapore, Fiji, New Zealand, Samoa, French Southern Territories, Christmas Island, American Samoa, French Polynesia, Niue, Solomon Islands, British Indian Ocean Territory, Tokelau, Laos, Belau, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, United States (US)
Shipping Policy
As items can vary in their availability and the time it takes to produce them, please see individual product listings for processing times.
Each item is carefully packed using recycled cardboard boxes and where possible, recycled inner packaging from local businesses.
Items with a value of less than £20 are shipped using standard Royal Mail 1st class.
Items with a value of more than £20 and up to £50 are shipped using Royal Mail 1st class signed for. A small fee is added to the current Royal Mail prices to cover the cost of the box and admin time.
More expensive items are shipped using Royal Mail Special delivery guaranteed by 1pm next day.
Large bulky items over 2kg, such as Harriet Hare, are shipped within the UK via Parcelforce24. International orders are shipped using UPS.
Email and local contact phone numbers are required for some shipping. These will only be used and passed on to couriers for the safe delivery of your order, in the event of a return, and also for use by customs for international orders.
Returns
I accept returns for all items except those which have been customised. I do not accept exchanges.
Please contact me within 14 days of receipt via kirsty@justkirsty.com if you wish to return an item. You must contact me first before arranging to return your order.
Items must be packaged securely to prevent movement within the box and the original packaging must be used.
The customer is responsible for the return shipping costs, unless the item is damaged upon your receipt of it.
Please ensure that a tracked and insured shipping method is used for any returns as payment for damage or loss of any uninsured parcel will be the customers responsibility.
Please contact me via email if your item arrives damaged. Retain the packaging and photograph any damage to the outside and the damage to the item.
GDPR…
I (Kirsty Armstrong Kenny) am the data-controller of your personal information as it relates to my shop.
When you place an order with me I will receive your name, delivery address, email address and contact phone number via TBCH. I will only use these details to process and deliver your order, or deal with any queries you have related to that order. If you send me a message using the contact button, I will receive your username and email address.
The only circumstances in which I will share your data are in processing your order or complying with the law. I will never use or pass on your information to third parties for marketing purposes or any other purpose (other than the circumstances listed below), or add you to any mailing list without your explicit consent. The circumstances in which I may share your data are:
• With TBCH to comply with my obligations.
• With delivery companies to fulfil your order.
• To comply with legal or tax obligations.
I will only retain your details for as long as necessary in order to process the transaction and I will securely store any data collected during that period. I will retain personal data related to orders or customer queries for six years. After this time I will delete your data from my records.
You have the right to know what personal data I hold about you, and to ask for that data to be changed or deleted. You also have the right to complain to the ICO if you believe there is a problem with the way I handle your data.
Refund Policy
Please contact me within 14 days of receipt via kirsty@justkirsty.com if you wish to return an item. You must contact me first before arranging to return your order. The refund amount will be minus the original shipping costs, and any Stripe payment processing fees connected with the order. The customer is also responsible for the return shipping costs.
Once you have contacted me regarding a return, then please return your order to: Kirsty Armstrong Kenny, Moat Cottage, The Sands, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 1EL
When the item has been received back in perfect condition, the refund process will start immediately. It may take a number of days for the refund to appear in your account.
I also reserve the right to refuse a sale and then make a full refund if for some reason I cannot fulfil an order.
Please take careful note of the processing times stated on the listings. Bigger pieces are hand made to order and take time to produce. Any orders which are cancelled before dispatch will incur a fee; the Stripe payment processing fees will be deducted from any refund.
| Primary colour | Iron |
|---|---|
| Material | cold-cast iron |
| Art type | sculpture, Standing Sculpture |
