This statue is 100 percent authentic hand-cast bronze in lost wax molds. Bronze is suitable for Indoor or Outdoor use and will virtually last forever. The finishing is a beautiful combination of multi tones of walnut patinas used to draw attention to details. Further work is done with silvering of the mane and tail feathers and polishing to shining detail the beaks and talons. The Eagle has been the United States national emblem since 1782 and a spiritual symbol for native people for far longer than that. Consider creating a dramatic Balance by adding. It can also be combined with other North American Animals to create a bigger collection. Hand Crafted by the Talented Bronze Artists in Thailand.