This awesome likeness of a male giraffe is stunningly hand sculptured in this majestic posture. As the tallest land mammal, he has long been a subject of beauty and admiration for man.Fine large bronze statue of a Giraffe measuring 13" high and is signed by Artist Bugatti. This well cast and highly detailed bronze has captured this magnificent mammal in a lifelike pose and has a very attractive patina/finish. This bronze was imported from Spain. It is in perfect condition. The giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis) is an African even-toed ungulate mammal, the tallest of all land-living animal species, and the largest ruminant. It is covered in large, irregular patches of yellow to black fur separated by off-white, white or yellowish black background. The average mass for an adult male giraffe is 1,191 kilograms (2,630 lb) while the average mass for an adult female is 828 kilograms (1,830 lb). It is approximately 4.3 metres (14 ft) to 5.2 metres (17 ft) tall, although the tallest male recorded stood almost 6 metres (20 ft).The giraffe is related to deer and cattle, but is placed in a separate family, the Giraffidae, consisting only of the giraffe and its closest relative, the okapi. Its range extends from Chad to South Africa.Giraffes can inhabit savannas, grasslands, or open woodlands. When food is scarce they will venture into areas with denser foliage. They prefer areas enriched with acacia growth. They drink large quantities of water when available and, as a result, they can spend long periods of time in dry, arid areas.

this item is in great condition