Sculpture Cremation Urn 'Parents and child'

A sculpture that holds the bond between you

Not everyone wants an urn that looks unmistakably like one. If you are looking for something that carries the memory quietly, sitting on a mantelpiece or a shelf as a piece of sculpture rather than a memorial object, this is what this piece was designed to be.

Developed with established artists

After many requests from families who found a conventional urn too prominent or too confronting to display at home, we worked with a group of established artists to develop a collection of ash sculptures. Each piece is designed to represent the bond you shared with the person you have lost. The sculpture is hollow at the base, holding a small, symbolic amount of ashes. The base seals with a screw cap, which is included with the sculpture.

Tin alloy with a bronzed finish

The sculpture is cast from tin alloy and finished with a bronzed surface in a deep, dark tone. Tin alloy is a precise material: it is cast and hand-finished to a level of detail that softer or more brittle materials cannot reliably hold. The bronzed layer gives it the look of classical bronze with none of the fragility of ceramic or glass. The form holds cleanly, and the finish is consistent across the piece.

What the sculpture says without a word being spoken

The 'Parents and child' sculpture depicts an embrace between parent and child. That is not an incidental choice. It is the exact connection you are now without, and the one you want to honour. Placed on a shelf or a mantelpiece, it does not read as a memorial to anyone who passes through the room. You see what it holds. Others see a considered piece of sculpture.

Present in the room, personal in its meaning

Because the sculpture carries no obvious markers of loss, it can sit in a shared living space without demanding acknowledgement or explanation from others. What it means is yours alone. If you have a particular request around this piece, or would like to discuss your options, we are glad to listen and help.

Practical considerations for indoor use

This sculpture is designed for indoor use only. Tin alloy is stable in normal indoor conditions and does not react to everyday humidity. To protect the bronzed finish, avoid contact with moisture and cleaning products. A dry cloth is all it needs. The base cap is included, so the ashes are sealed securely once in place.

What to keep in mind

The bronzed surface is a treated finish rather than solid metal, so it is worth keeping the sculpture away from prolonged damp or direct contact with liquids. Do not use polishes or sprays on the surface. Handled carefully, the finish will remain stable for many years in a normal home environment. The sculpture holds a symbolic amount of ashes rather than a full volume, making it most suited to those who wish to keep a part of the ashes at home in a way that feels natural within the room.

If you would like to talk through your options for this sculpture, or if you have a specific wish in mind, we are here and happy to help you think it through at your own pace.