This sculpture is crafted with a hand made paper fiber and plaster clay that hardens to a tough shell finish. After drying, it is then sanded (if necessary) hand painted and coated with a clear matte finish that makes it water resistant. Though this finishing process adds another layer of protection to the finished piece, it is not water proof and is intended for indoor use only. Do not expose it to extreme moisture or heat.
Paper mache is a tough but relatively lightweight material. Mishandling can create chips, scuffs or cracks. Treated with care it will last decades.
This piece requires little care. To clean, simply wipe with a damp cloth.