Missionary Statue, Serra and Indian boy statue

1. Introduction of Missionary Statue

Located in Plaza San Francisco in Havana, Cuba, this Missionary Statue depicts Franciscan friar Junípero Serra and an indigenous Juanio Indian boy. The statue is made of bronze and is life-size. The friar wears traditional Franciscan robes, has a serious face, and holds a cross in his hand, symbolizing the spread of the Christian faith. The statue’s posture shows Serra’s firm missionary spirit, while the indigenous boy beside him is a passive follower, symbolizing his influence by European religious culture.

The details in the Missionary Statue are delicate, and the lines of the friar’s robe are smooth and natural. The boy’s image is more plain, almost naked, wearing only a simple loin cloth, reflecting the simplicity and nature of indigenous culture. The contrast between the two not only reflects the cultural exchange and collision during the colonial period, but also reveals the complex relationship between missionaries and indigenous peoples. The sculpture is set against the historic stone wall background of Havana, enhancing the sense of history, as if taking the viewer back to that era. Arturban statue can customize various religious statues, Welcome to contact us for more details.

2. Production Process of Missionary Statue

1. Confirming the details drawing/ 3D mold/ Pictures with cliens.
2. Making clay mold according to drawing/ client’s photos/ 3D mold.
3. Lost-Wax casting bronze/brass statues.
4. Welding and Chasing. It is very key step for high-quality sculpture.
5. Patina and wax surface, take all different views pictures/ videos, show to clients.
6. Packing into wooden cases after clients are satisfied with sculptures.