Flying Owl (bronze) by Tanya Russell. Bronze, From Edition of 25, 248cm high by 52cm wide by 18cm deep. Animals and Birds , Classical , Figurative , Kinetic , Nature sculpture

Bronze sculpture of a soaring owl with outstretched wings.

Flying Owl (Bronze) by Tanya Russell is an impressive figurative bronze sculpture. It beautifully captures the grace and power of one of nature’s most iconic birds. Cast from an edition of just 25, this limited-edition work demonstrates Russell’s deep respect for wildlife and her remarkable ability to bring it to life in bronze. Measuring 248 cm high, 52 cm wide, and 18 cm deep, this piece commands attention with its sense of motion and presence.

The sculpture depicts an owl in mid-flight, wings fully outstretched as it soars gracefully through the air. Every feather is carefully modelled, conveying a sense of delicate detail and lifelike energy. The owl’s body is sleek and streamlined, angled as if gliding effortlessly on an unseen current of wind. Its head tilts forward in silent focus, evoking the owl’s keen eyesight and quiet, precise movement through the night sky.

Russell’s masterful treatment of bronze combines classical sculptural tradition with a dynamic, kinetic feel. The long, elegant wings and slender form create striking lines and shadows that shift as the light changes throughout the day. Whether displayed in a garden, woodland setting, or mounted as a dramatic focal point in an open outdoor space, Flying Owl brings an uplifting sense of freedom and the untamed beauty of nature.

With remarkable attention to detail, this sculpture invites viewers to pause and imagine the silent sweep of wings overhead. It is a reminder of the wild spirit that still moves freely beyond our walls and windows.