Horse made of corten steel

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Horse made of 3 mm corten steel
Delivery within 4 weeks

Paard gemaakt uit 3 mm cortenstaal
Levering binnen 4 weken

Cheval en 3 mm acier corten
Livraison sous 4 semaines

Pferd aus 3 mm Cortenstahl
Lieferung innerhalb von 4 Wochen

Caballo fabricados en 3 mm acero corten
Entrega en 4 semanas

Cavallo realizzati in 3 mm acciaio corten
Consegna entro 4 settimane

 1.870,00

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Horse made of corten steel

The Living Art of Corten SteelHorse made of corten steel

Corten steel, also known as weathering steel, is more than just a material—it’s a medium of transformation. Artists and designers use it to create sculptures that evolve over time, shaped by the natural elements. Unlike traditional materials, corten steel doesn’t remain static; instead, it changes, breathes, and matures.

Nature as a Co-CreatorHorse made of corten steel

Once exposed to the weather, corten steel begins to develop a unique patina. Wind, rain, and sunlight interact with the surface, gradually forming a protective rust layer. This process takes between three and nine months, depending on the climate. As a result, the final appearance—ranging from deep orange to earthy brown—varies based on temperature, humidity, and the sculpture’s position in space.

A Material That Tells a StoryHorse made of corten steel

Each corten steel artwork becomes a one-of-a-kind creation. Therefore, no two pieces look the same, even if they start from the same design. In fact, the environment writes its own story on the surface, making the artwork a collaboration between artist and nature. Moreover, this unpredictability adds depth and meaning to the final result.

Embracing Change and Impermanence

Artists who work with corten steel embrace its evolving nature. They don’t just shape the material—they invite it to change. Over time, the sculpture gains character, reflecting the passage of seasons and the rhythm of the weather. Consequently, corten steel becomes ideal for outdoor installations that aim to connect with their surroundings.

Art That Lives and Breathes

Corten steel transforms art into a living experience. It resists corrosion while celebrating decay. In addition, it invites viewers to reflect on time, transformation, and the beauty of impermanence. Ultimately, in corten steel, art is not frozen—it is alive, ever-changing, and deeply connected to the world around it.
Horse made of corten steel

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Weight 36 kg
Dimensions L 87 x W 3 x H 170 cm

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