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Meerkats are some of the cutest animals around. With their large, dark eyes and penchant for standing on their hind legs, these little relatives of the mongoose are just too easy to adore. In the wild, they live in large family groups on the African plains and make their home in a complex system of burrows that they run to at the sign of predators such as eagles or leopards. Sculptures of Meerkats from Design Toscano let you add that same cheerful charisma to your backyard or garden. It's hard for any animal to compete with the adorable appearance and behavior of the Meerkat but a new arrival at Design Toscano just might give them a run for their money.

While Meerkats enliven the African plains with their actions, Ring-tailed Lemurs ham it up on the island nation of Madagascar. Found nowhere else, these primates also move around in large family groups and have a masked appearance somewhat similar to that of the Meerkat. However, they have much longer tails and instead of standing on their hind legs, sometimes crawl all over each other to get a better look at their surroundings. This animal yard statue will make for the perfect complement to any of your garden Meerkats.

Buy the Ring-tailed Lemur Family Statue from now until Thursday, May 17th and get 15% off the regular price!

How many people get the chance to truly follow their dreams? When we are kids, one of the biggest questions is, "What do you want to be when you grow up"? Some of the most common answers are "firefighter", "police officer", or "nurse". Those answers probably have something to do with the uniforms rather than the actual job but as kids get older, the answer becomes more refined and can be influenced by movies and personal experiences. Some of the movies that inspired a whole generation of kids are the "Indiana Jones" films.

Like a modern, swashbuckling hero, Indiana Jones confronted a cornucopia of dangers to keep artifacts out of the hands of evil-doers. He is the archeologist hero and thousands of young people wanted to be just like him. Needless to say, although archeologists can have adventures, the field is far more tedious and bereft of danger than the movies imply. Like any academic field, it's also highly competitive and few people actually end up following their dreams to become archeologists. However, even if you followed another career, you can still express your love of archeology with the Grand Megalithic Olmec Head Statue from Design Toscano. Modeled after one of the original Olmec head sculptures from Veracruz, Mexico, this objet d'art is so realistic that neighbors will wonder if you might be an Indiana Jones in disguise.

Get 15% off this new arrival as well as new Egyptian art and new garden fairies when you buy them from now until Thursday, May 17th!

Mother's Day, 2012 has finally arrived and if you haven't got that special gift yet for that most special person, it's not too late to order something beautiful and unique from Design Toscano. Although she won't get the gift in time for Mother's Day, she is still going to appreciate it even if you give it to her a week or two after today. So, take her out to lunch or bring her to a movie today but don't forget to also order the most memorable Mother's Day gift she has ever received.

To accomplish such a lofty goal, browse through the Design Toscano website and search for a gift that will surpass all of her expectations. If she enjoys spending time in the garden or backyard, there are hundreds of unique, detailed resin garden statues available. If she has a backyard pond, she will love Frederic the Little Fisherman of Avignon Sculpture. The look of amazement on his face at catching a fish matches the other beautiful details of this sculpture.

If she enjoys statues of angels, she will be thrilled with the tender Guardian Angel Child's Prayer Statue. This replica of an antique French garden statue will become one of her most treasured items.

It's never too late to find fantastic Mother's Day gifts from Design Toscano!

When most people think of statues or sculptures for the backyard, items like garden fairies or maybe a stone lion come to mind. As valid as these statues are for every garden, they only represent a fraction of the sculptures that can add personality to a backyard. While exquisite statues of fairies hide among the flowerbeds, and scenery and animals immortalized in bronze liven up open spaces, bridges provide one of the nicer additions to a garden. 

Although a real, stone bridge that can be used by people for crossing streams and ponds would be ideal, it might also cost just as much as putting a new addition onto your home or business. Luckily, you don't have to construct an entire, life-sized bridge to add one to the backyard. The Halfpence Cobblestone Bridge is a beautiful sculpture that can be placed over a trickle of water or a miniature gully. It might be too small for you to use but would work just fine for fairies and gnomes. With its cobblestone texture, this miniature replica of an old English bridge adds quaint realism to any garden.

Find this garden sculpture, animal garden statues, and the perfect stone garden angel for your backyard at Design Toscano.

The final day of the Virtual Warehouse sale at Design Toscano has arrived and with it comes a last chance at getting 20% off the prices of every on sale item in the catalog. Looking to add serenity and peace to the garden accompanied by savings for your wallet? Get the Giant Buddha Monument-Sized Garden Sculpture and your backyard will be transformed into a scene from a Zen-inspired dream. Since this Large Buddha Statue is already on sale, it qualifies for the Virtual Warehouse sale and you get 20% off when ordering this peaceful garden sculpture today.

If a sculpture of the Buddha doesn't fit into your personal decorating theme, perhaps a modern twist on a classic will fit the bill. The Super-Sized David Garden Sculpture will put a smile on the face of every backyard and dinner guest. He sort of looks like a replica of the original David but instead of rippled muscles in every nook and cranny, this David spent a little too much time watching reruns of Italian soap operas while lazing away on the couch. Order this unique objet d'art today and get 20% off the already reduced price!

Get 20% off any sale bronze garden sculptures and other on sale items but only until the end of today, May 11th!

Decorations that follow a Medieval theme come in many forms and sizes. They can be as large as a detailed replica of an authentic suit of armor or as small as an exquisite dragon-themed chalice. There is Medieval garden statuary for the backyards of homes and hotels, and a wide variety of sculptures and objets d'art that can make any home look like a castle. Some of the most dramatic pieces destined to change the dynamic of any room are Medieval-themed wall decor.

Your home or place of business will start to look as if it has stepped back in time when you put up the Reims Cathedral Gothic Window Tracery. Inspired by the stunning Gothic architecture of the Notre Dame cathedral in Reims, France, this resin wall sculpture is breathtaking all on its own but can also be used to showcase small statues and other works of art.

Every castle should also have a "magic mirror" and even though the Saint George Slaying the Dragon Wall Mirror won't talk back, its beautifully sculpted, dramatic scene always says a lot.  

Order these, and other on sale Medieval-themed decorations and greenmen  before Friday, May 11th and get 20% as part of Design Toscano's Virtual Warehouse sale!

The gargoyle is one of the more interesting art themes to have come out of Europe during the Middle Ages. Way back then, these intimidating, frightening looking sculptures were actually considered to be functional works of art. They weren't placed on churches and castles because clergy and royalty had a particular penchant for horror-themed objets d'art. No, gargoyles were used to scare away evil spirits and other would be foes. Some were also used to help siphon water off roofs or even pour boiling oil on enemies besieging the castle.

Such uses are no longer needed during modern times but that hasn't diminished the popularity of using gargoyles for decorations.  Whether following a Gothic theme in the garden or simply looking for a detailed, unique statue for the inside of a home or business, gargoyles act as classic decor.

As part of the Virtual Warehouse sale at Design Toscano, you can also get 20% off any on sale gargoyles until Friday, May 11th. This includes such popular statues as the muscular Silas the Sentry Gargoyle and the classic Florentine Gargoyle Statue. Both make for excellent conversation pieces inside or in the garden of any home or business.

Order these and other on sale garden statuary until Friday, May 11th and get 20% off!

Inspiration is a key component of creative writing that takes both writer and reader to other, timeless realms. It can come from something as mundane as taking a bus past an old, historic structure or something adventurous as walking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Inspiration also comes from good books, speaking with new, eccentric friends, or walking through a backyard graced by beautiful garden statuary. No matter where the inspiration comes from, the fruits from that tree of imagination are experienced in the form of the written word. The more the inspiration the better so it's worth it to embellish the homes of writers with objets d'art that nudge the imagination.

Gothic decorations and gargoyle figurines are especially suited for encouraging the mind-springs of wordsmiths. They fit best for those who delve in horror and fantasy but will find a welcome home in the den of  any writer. The Blood Dragon Contemplation Sculptural Box is an excellent addition for a large desk or decorative Gothic tables. Use this beautiful, detailed objet d'art of a dragon embracing a skull to store small objects or simply as a unique sculpture. For further inspiration, you can put the Twin Dragons Sculptural Pewter Pen inside the box or leave it out on your desk for signing letters and writing notes.

Get 20% off these and all items that are on sale until Friday, May 11th!

With Summer well on the way, backyard parties are just around the corner. For many people, warm weather is already gracing their neighborhoods and urging them to throw garden soirees for family and friends. No doubt,  a lot of folks have already given a few backyard barbecues on fresh green lawns or hosted festivities that feature home made spirits. No matter when you throw that garden party, in addition to showcasing unique resin garden statues from Design Toscano, you also have to be a proper host and make sure that every guest is having a good time. Part of those duties include you being the head of the party. In throwing that soiree, you could say that you are the king or queen of the festivities and what better way to demonstrate this than with a unique throne.

Use the Spice Islands Sculptural King Crab Chair as your erstwhile garden party throne and guests will love it! Expertly designed and sculpted with high quality resin, this artistic, fun chair (and you) will be the talk of the party. Put it next to the pool or near one of your fountains to demonstrate your authority as the "South Seas" king or queen of the party.

Buy this unique outdoor garden sculpture before Friday, May 11th and get 20% off as part of the Virtual Warehouse sale at Design Toscano!

The Virtual Warehouse sale at Design Toscano is in full gear until this upcoming Friday, May 11th. As long as that beautiful objet d'art, sculpture, stone garden angel, or other item is on sale, you get 20% off when ordering it before the final hour of Friday, May 11th. Among the hundreds of exquisite items and decorations that can be had for 20% off the listed price are a host of detailed, high-quality Egyptian-themed decorations.

If you are looking to save on a relief sculpture that looks just like one of the sculptures on King Tut's throne, order the Royal Cartouche Sculptural Frieze for your den, bedroom, or other suitable site for this fantastic replica. As large as the original, it's just as detailed and richly colored as the same part of the young pharaohs' throne on display in Cairo's National Museum.

Another beautiful, Egyptian-themed work of art that is on sale is the Grand Anubis Lidded Urn. A bust of Anubis, the jackal-headed Egyptian God of the underworld adorns the top of this stunning objet d'art. It will look even more beautiful when placed on top of the Palace of Ramses Egyptian Occasional Table.

All of these beautiful Egyptian home decor pieces are 20% off when ordered before the end of May 11th!

The sound of falling water ranks among the most popular of natural soundscapes. When you listen to the gentle bubbling laughter of water in a stream or fountain, it's easy to imagine why ancient cultures believed such places to be the abodes of beautiful nymphs and water deities. Primeval, soothing and meditative, the eternal sounds of water are excellent, easy therapy for cleansing the mind of worries. For this reason, the garden acts as a perfect place for hosting a pond or a fountain. Blend the cleansing function of a fountain with a beautiful sculpture and it becomes a  fantastic backyard centerpiece. Nevertheless, fountains for the backyard don't have to be put in the middle of a Koi pond, nor do they need to be placed on the ground.

There are also fountains that can be hung on walls and they bring a unique, powerful look to any backyard that hosts them. Take for example the House of York Lion Sculptural Fountain. Over three feet in height, this beautiful objet d'art will dominate walls in the garden and the home. Its beautiful sculpted details depict roses, cherubs, and the fierce head of a lion that lords over a big, shell catch basin. However, stocks of this unique fountain sculpture are going fast so buy one today before they sell out!

Get 20% off this excellent piece from now until Friday, May 11th. As part of the virtual warehouse sale at Design Toscano, all sale gargoyle figurines, garden statuary, and other items are 20% off until May 11th!

May 4th marks the start of another way to save money by shopping at Design Toscano for excellent sculptures, gargoyle figurines, and objets d'art. From Friday, May 4th until Friday, May 11th, all sale items are 20% off as part of the virtual warehouse sale at Design Toscano. If you like any of the wonderful items listed under the "sale" category on the Design Toscano website, count yourself among the lucky because you get to save even more when you buy them!

Order large, beautiful furniture such as the Beauchamp Victorian Parlor Setee from now until May 11th and get 20% more off of the listed price! If you ever dreamed of gracing your home or office with this and other similar, beautiful pieces, now is the time to buy because you probably won't find it for such a low price after May 11th. The same can be said for the Lord Byron Wooden Side Table and Lord Raffle's Lion Throne Chair.

There are also hundreds of other items on sale that will add beauty to any garden and complement every decorating theme. Browse through the sale category of the Design Toscano website and get ready for serious savings when you order sale items until Friday, May 11th.

Gothic decorations bring to mind images of dragons, gargoyle figurines, and other statues that are right at home in torchlit castles surrounded by dark moats. Such objets d'art add an old, interesting atmosphere to the interior of any home but the Gothic theme shouldn't be limited to the inside of a house. Put up the right sort of Gothic decorations on the outside of your home or business and it starts to look more like a castle than an average two story structure. A Gothic-themed doorknocker can do wonders for any place and a gargoyle sculpture next to the front door or up on the roof is an essential part of every Gothic-themed abode.

Gothic decorations aren't just limited to gargoyles and dragons though. Another type of item that works wonderfully for every Gothic-themed place is a weathervane. The Windblown Witch Signature Copper Weathervane looks fantastic when sitting on top of any home or business. As she rides with the wind, she shows which way the breeze is blowing. Beautifully made with solid copper, this weathervane is destined to be an heirloom. While the witch rides the wind above your home, add a big Gothic touch to your backyard with the Crescent moon Vampire Bats Metal Weathervane!

Find these beautiful weathervanes and dozens of garden gargoyle statues at Design Toscano today.

Artistic beauty comes in many forms and its recognition ultimately depends upon who is looking. Garden statuary that looks breathtaking and gorgeous to one might be viewed as being hideous by another. Nevertheless, some themes and objets d'art are regarded for their enduring beauty by people from every background. Pieces that look beautiful no matter what the era is or where they are placed are often referred to as being "classic". Paintings by Renaissance greats, beautiful music that withstands the test of time, and all works of art that continue to be recognized for their beauty as the centuries crawl by are truly classic in nature.

Among classic artwork, no theme might encapsulate classic appeal better than Greek-themed sculptures. The ancient Greeks were one of the first great civilizations in Europe and their influence can still be heard in many of the words that are used and seen in architecture that graces many buildings in North America. However, the artistic legacy of the Greeks is most readily experienced in the gardens of homes, hotels, and fine restaurants in the form of beautiful statues. Outdoor garden sculptures of Greek deities such as Hebe, the Goddess of Youth or Thalia, Muse of the Garden always add a serious touch of classic beauty wherever they are shown.

Find these and other beautiful, classic statuary at Design Toscano.

It can be a challenge to find gifts for mothers who seem to have everything they need and enjoy. You don't want to give the same old flowers that you did last year, nor buy something that she won't really appreciate. When presented with situations like this, it's easy to feel as if you need to search high and low to find just the right gift. Fortunately, though, you only need to go to one place to find fantastic gifts for even the most fickle of mothers. If you are blessed with a mother who appreciates distinguished, high quality, unique objets d'art, there's no better place to shop than Basil Street at Design Toscano.

One of the hundreds of beautiful items available from Basil Street that your mother may cherish is the Madonna della Seggiola, 1514 Canvas Replica Painting. This replica of a work of art by the Italian Renaissance painter Raphael is a classic depiction of the Madonna and Child presented in a beautiful, gold-toned circular frame.

Another excellent and unique gift idea is one of the Bogdana Collection Faberge-Style Enameled Eggs. Crafted with the same breathtaking beauty as the first Russian Faberge eggs, these unique objets d'art will become one of her prized possessions.

When detailed, life-like, animal garden statues decorate a backyard, they tend to turn it into a place with a mystical, majestic appeal. The same transformation happens when classy, exquisite angel statues are put up or other decor is used to beautify and give character to your backyard. Such special places deserve more than just any old entrance. Make yourself and guests feel like you are truly entering into your own secret, magical garden by putting up an arched, metal entranceway.

The Grand Astoria Metal Garden Arbor with Gate is perfect for providing your backyard with a gateway that will impress every guest. As soon as they see its classic, ornate metalwork and beautiful arch, they will immediately realize that your backyard promises a unique experience. Decorate the arch with potted plants or let it become covered in creeping Ivy to add to its appeal.

This beautiful piece also works well in the backyard itself. It can be placed as an entranceway to flowerbeds where garden fairies play or as an entranceway to a part of the garden where sculptures are on display. This metal garden arbor is going to be one of the centerpieces for your backyard no matter where you put it.

Find this excellent garden accessory and beautiful resin garden statues at Design Toscano.

Mother's Day is fast approaching and this means that time is running out for buying gifts that will touch her heart and make this year's holiday one of the most memorable, special days of all. Folks with mothers who love to spend time in the garden are in luck when shopping at Design Toscano not only on account of the hundreds of beautiful garden statues that are available.

One great gift item for Mother's Day is the French Greenmen Wall Sculptures Le Printemps and L'Etoile. These classic sculptures complement each other when placed on corners or any garden wall surface. The sculpted poppies in bloom that adorn their flowing hair can be highlighted by real flowers planted in the tops of these sculptures. Every mother will also appreciate the fresh flowers added to this gift.

Another item that will be cherished by mothers who love their backyards is the Flowers for Felicity Little Girl Garden Statue Little Felicity shows her love for gardening with a smile on her face as she carries two baskets that can be filled with flowering plants.

Collectible objets d'art deserve a proper place for both protecting and showcasing their beauty. Items such as Faberge Eggs, classic statuettes, and other works of art aren't meant to be stored away in boxes until they can be gifted to your grandchildren. They are meant to be seen and appreciated by both you and guests of your home or business. The best means of keeping them safe from harm while also displaying them with class is with beautiful, carved cabinets constructed for this purpose.

The Cardington Square Manor Curio Cabinet is perfect for presenting your favorite collectibles. Crafted from beautiful, timeless mahogany, it has fifteen panes of glass that act as miniature viewing windows for your acquisitions. The cabinet is also so beautifully carved with a curved front and barley twist spindles that it acts as a collectible all by itself.

Another excellent display case for showing your Design Toscano statuettes and objet sd'art is the Country Tuscan Style Hardwood Wall Curio. Spacious and crafted with the simple beauty exemplified by the Tuscan style, the large windows, mirror backing, and glass shelves ensure that little gets in the way of viewing your collectibles.

Mother's Day is one of the most important holidays of the year. In being a day for paying homage to one of the most beloved and important people in every person's life, this holiday merits celebration with gifts and other displays of love and appreciation. This includes everything from detailed, beautiful garden statuary to the very best in Egyptian decorations. If your mother spends a lot of time in her garden or backyard, she might enjoy an elegant garden furniture piece like the Cambridge Yard Architectural Garden Bench. Inspired by antique, stone benches in European gardens, this one is big enough to seat three people and adds a classic touch to any backyard.

If that special person spends more of her time indoors, why not get her a beautiful couch fit for a queen? Combining breathtaking ebony fabric and gold-gilded, scrolled arms, the Cleopatra Neoclassical Chaise is truly made for royalty.

A work desk isn't just a place meant to host a computer, stationary, and other purely work-related items. Ideally, It should also be a place where you enjoy working and inspires you to meet and surpass every challenge. A desk can't do any of this on its own, but when it's decorated with the right type of objets d'art, it it can act as your own personal corner that inspires determination and imagination. In addition to photos of family and loved ones, certain statuettes and figurines are an essential part of "road to success" desk decor. 

Anyone with an appreciation for nature and the American "Wild West" will love Tatanka, The Majestic Buffalo of the American West Sculpture. However, even if you know nothing about Western history and culture, this powerful, bronze-finished statuette will still inspire strength and stubbornness in the face of every challenge.

Another bronze finished statuette that inspires strength and the ability to succeed against all odds is the Spartacus the Warrior Sculpture. With his arm raised in defiance and victory, this detailed depiction of the famed gladiator is a reminder to keep fighting for your goals no matter what the odds may be.

Find these excellent decorations and marble busts for sale at Design Toscano today!