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As hoped for with rugged metalwork, I noted consistency and precision on scrollwork and artful twists throughout the piece. The octopus frame feels sturdy and of better construction than typical budget lighting. This table lamp featuring a sculpted dragon military emblem adds an eye-catching focal point. The polyresin base feels reassuringly solid with crisp detailing on the raised dragon crest.

Prehistoric Dinosaur Statues

Attention to detail impressed me, from the delicate feathered wings to the serene facial expression with closed eyes turned slightly heavenward. Minor roughness visible on corners of the robe folds likely won’t bother most buyers. This upholstered storage bench provides dual-duty form and function blending European styling. A etched medallion pattern enlivens the polyurethane frame while button-tufted cushion sports durable polyester cover.

Italian Furniture

Note texture variation in concrete and hand-painted details on wings and robe (image mine). This graceful concrete garden statue is cleverly designed with a barred middle to conceal space for a potted plant. The earthy material feels pleasantly textured and naturalistic placed outside among greenery. Over the years, I’ve analyzed thousands of products across brands big and small. Today I’ll be applying my insider expertise to provide a comprehensive quality assessment of Design Toscano.

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When you could use a little garden gnome statue magic, let our delightful, personality-packed lawn gnomes welcome your guests! As a seasoned product tester with over a decade of experience evaluating home furnishings and décor items, I‘ve developed an eye for quality. I know how to scrutinize everything from materials to manufacturing methods to determine what’s built to last.

Super-Sized Sculptures : Design Toscano - Trend Hunter

Super-Sized Sculptures : Design Toscano.

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Minimal visible blemishes – slight crackling along a wing’s bottom edge on closer scrutiny. Otherwise a pristinely sculpted emissary from above for $70, at peace eyes downcast and holding a small bird between cupped palms. Intricate detailing around the lion’s expressive face and rolled manuscript below eluded signs of manufacturing shortcuts. Additionally, the faux alabaster stone finish successfully mimics old-world aged marble for added realism. Sturdy joints ably bear over 200 pounds of seating weight with no creaking or jiggling. Faux leather rear handle also securely gripped for sliding in and out.

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Check out the free Design Toscano catalog to find furniture, wall art, and home accents to complete and complement your existing décor. This store has a wide selection of design themes to choose from, including African-inspired, Art Deco, and Nautical, among many others. With sofas, consoles, tables, and chairs all on offer, you can now furnish your entire house without ever leaving home. After testing over two dozen of their best-selling home and garden products, I’ll cut through the hype to offer an unbiased evaluation from an average consumer’s perspective. From angel statues to bar carts, here’s what to realistically expect if you plan to welcome Design Toscano pieces into your home. Our dragon garden statues threaten unwelcome guests with their fire-breathing power while ancient stone Gargoyles protect your house as driveway statues.

Design Toscano 29.5-in H x 18.5-in W Multiple Colors/Finishes People Garden Statue

Meet the unusual, whimsical at Elk Grove's Design Toscano - Daily Herald

Meet the unusual, whimsical at Elk Grove's Design Toscano.

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To provide the most useful quality assessment, I selected Design Toscano best sellers across categories for an up-close examination. These 8 items give a comprehensive overview of offerings likely to catch your eye. From a quality standpoint, Design Toscano has opted for affordability over perfection. While many items appear ornate and expensive, cheaper materials like resin and average hand-finishing result in products I’d position as “decoratively realistic” rather than museum-grade replicas.

Design Toscano, Inc. is a US-based multinational mail order catalog and electronic commerce company founded by Michael Stopka in 1989.[1] It is currently headquartered in Wood Dale, Illinois. It manufactures and sells statuary, historical reproductions, furniture and home decor. Design Toscano has been featured in Inc. magazine's top 500 fastest growing companies in 1996,[2] 1997 and[3] 1998.[4] Its products were also featured in the SkyMall catalog. This resplendent concrete angel introduce ethereal beauty to landscapes with lifelike feathered wings and flowing curls. Concrete casting allows for feather intricacy and delicately ruched robe textures.

Bundled with a fabric lampshade for a reasonable $70, it projects medieval ambience as desired without expectations for stone-like realism at this price. With its delicate appearance belying sturdy 11 pound weight for steady hanging, it brings Versailles-inspired elegance without the hefty cost.

This eight-armed black wrought iron chandelier makes a novel sea-inspired statement suspended above dining tables or kitchen islands. While resin lacks the luster of antique wood, consideration of the $250 price point justifies the tradeoff. Plus, the muted gold frame finish nicely offsets surrounding décor without appearing gaudy. The intricately carved frame feels solidly constructed from polyurethane resin, showcasing pleasing uniformity in the repeated motif.

Read on for a reality check on how products actually hold up plus top picks guaranteed to impress guests. Prices and availability of products and services are subject to change without notice. Hardy concrete stands up to sun, rain, snow if given covered shelter. Ideal gracing porches, patios and garden alcoves visible from within the home. Uneven paint application artfully suggests aging, visible around wattle and comb detailing. Minor air pocket holes flecked across one side add antiqued character without detracting sturdiness.