Willow Tree By My Side sculpted hand-painted figure - 9.5" trio on gold-leaf metal base, friendship keepsake

Willow Tree By My Side is a 9.5-inch hand-painted resin sculpture of three women joined in an embrace on a metal, gold-leaf base—designed to honor supportive friendships and shared memories.

This sculpted piece from Willow Tree captures gentle togetherness through simple, expressive gestures. Hand-painted and cast from artist Susan Lordi’s original carving, it pairs quiet form with decorative accents: cream dresses, blue ombré skirts, and delicate gold-leaf dots along the base. The included enclosure card carries a tender sentiment to acknowledge years of shared strength, making the piece ready for gifting straight from its Signature Collection box.

What does the sculpture represent and why choose it?

The figure communicates emotional connection through posture rather than facial detail. Three tall, interlinked women symbolize friendship, sisterhood, or a close-knit circle of support. Its artistic restraint makes the sculpture versatile for commemorating birthdays, thank-yous, or milestones shared among women.

• Gesture-focused design conveys closeness without words.
• Neutral palette and blue ombré allow flexible display options.
• Gold-leaf accents add an elegant, celebratory touch.

How is this piece made and finished?

The original carving is hand-sculpted by Susan Lordi in Kansas City and each Willow Tree piece is cast from that original. After casting, artisans hand-paint details like the cream dresses and blue ombré skirts, then apply gold-leaf highlights to the base for subtle sparkle. The result is a collectible figure with intentional, handcrafted character.

• Artist-original carving by Susan Lordi.
• Hand-painted resin for consistent detail and durability.
• Metal base finished with applied gold leaf for visual contrast.

What are the dimensions and display considerations?

At 9.5 inches tall, the sculpture sits comfortably on shelves, mantels, or bedside tables without dominating a room. The attached metal base provides a stable platform while the vertical silhouette draws the eye. Because the finish is hand-painted and includes gold leaf, place it where light accentuates the ombré and metallic details but avoid direct, prolonged sunlight.

• Height: 9.5 inches—suitable for small to medium display areas.
• Stable metal base with decorative gold-leaf dots.
• Best shown with ambient light to highlight texture and color.

Is this ready to give as a gift and who is it best for?

The piece ships in a fitted Signature Collection box with an enclosure card that reads, “From each other, over the years, we gather strength, through laughter and tears.” That presentation makes it a thoughtful, ready-to-present gift for close friends, sisters, coworkers, or neighbors. Because the design emphasizes shared support rather than a specific event, it suits anniversaries, thank-you gestures, sympathy tokens, or any occasion where you want to honor a meaningful relationship.

• Includes a printed enclosure card with a sentimental message.
• Packaged in a Signature Collection box for immediate gifting.
• Appropriate for celebrations, commemorations, and thank-you gifts.

Who is this for: Willow Tree By My Side is for anyone seeking a refined, symbolic keepsake to celebrate strong bonds between women—ideal for gift-givers who want an artist-crafted piece with quiet emotion and decorative polish. Collectors of Susan Lordi’s work, people marking relational milestones, or those who prefer understated, sculptural décor will find this figure especially meaningful.