I was was in awe at how beautiful this Saint Francis of Assisi statue is. I just received the statue today and couldn't wait to write a review. The statue is made of resin. Quite heavy resin. Very sturdy. The coloring is so realistic to cement.The detailing of St. Francis is impeccable. I placed the statue in my garden in a shaded area on a large tile in order to preserve the resin material to avoid unexpected unfavorable weather. It is recommended to store or cover the statue during the cold, snowy winter season to keeps it's beauty. I would not hesitate to recommend  this beautiful St. Francis of Assisi statue.